Tony Parker, Tony Parker Sr. (Image Source: Getty)

Tony Parker Sr., the father of NBA Hall of Famer and San Antonio Spurs legend Tony Parker, has died at the age of 70. In a statement released to the media, Tony Parker said his father’s death was ‘very sudden and rather unexpected.‘ The reason for death is not known yet, but an investigation is being carried out to validate the cause of death. During this difficult time, Tony Parker requests “family privacy” while grieving the loss of their beloved father.

Tony Parker Sr.’s basketball legacy and influence

Tony Parker Sr., a former professional basketball player, played college basketball at Loyola University Chicago from 1973 to 1977 and is a native of Chicago. He subsequently enjoyed a long and fruitful career in professional basketball across Europe, including stints in the Netherlands, Belgium, and France, that lasted over 15 years after college. The weight of his deep understanding and love for the game lingered with his family.Determining the ever-rising level of talent of his children, Tony Parker Sr. managed his children, most notably his son Tony Parker Jr., who eventually became one of the greatest talents of the NBA. Tony Parker Jr., a fantastic player who spent the majority of his career with the San Antonio Spurs, won four NBA championships and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. This was a vitally important part of his basketball journey, so naturally, a most meaningful part of one of the NBA’s most respected point directs lives as well.Also Read: Ayesha Curry salutes Stephen Curry’s 17-year grind as he locks in against Los Angeles Lakers in preseason

Tributes and condolences from the basketball community

After this unfortunate loss, the entire Basketball fraternity has stood strong with Tony Parker and his family. The fanbase, the sports fraternity, and a number of ex-teammates poured in their condolences on several social media platforms. For better or worse, there is a massive recognition of Tony Parker Sr.’s dedication to the game and his lasting impact on the Parker family’s basketball legacy. As the Parker family mourns this horrible loss, the basketball world will always remember the late Tony Parker Sr., a man who will now be remembered in the memories of both his family and the sport.