NBA Statement Regarding the Passing of Dennis Johnson
February 22, 2007 - NBA G League (G League) News Release
NEW YORK, Feb. 22, 2007 - NBA Commissioner David Stern released the following statement this evening regarding the passing of Dennis Johnson:
"Whether he was leading his teams to NBA championships or teaching young men the meaning of professionalism, Dennis Johnson's contributions to the game went far beyond the basketball court. Dennis was a man of extraordinary character with a tremendous passion for the game and his loss will be felt throughout the basketball community. On behalf of the entire NBA family, I extend my deepest sympathy to his wife Donna, his children Dwayne, Denise and Daniel, and their entire family."
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