Key Points:
Mark Prince commented on tough news
He shared a message on his former coach
His message elicited comments from fans
The Cleveland Cavaliers took on the Miami Heat Monday with a 7-3 record on the line against coach Erik Spoelstra’s Heat in South Beach.
The Cavaliers sought a win in hopes of keeping pace with the 8-2 Detroit Pistons, who surprisingly remained on top of the East as the sun came up Monday morning.
Prior to the game, a Cavaliers legend, former four-time NBA All-Star and two-time NBA three-point shootout champion Mark Price, hit his X account to share his thoughts on the passing of an NBA coaching world legend.
Price’s Message After Wilkens Death
Price sent a message after the death of former Sonics and Hawks coach Lenny Wilkens, who ranked third in all-time wins as of his passing.
“RIP Coach Lenny,” Price wrote with a dark red heart emoji.
“it was an absolute honor and privilege to play for and be mentored by a legend! He believed in me and gave me an opportunity when not many coaches would! I love you Coach and you will be missed,” Price added.
Fans Add Thoughts to Price’s Message
Fans added their thoughts to Price’s message including former Lakers and Nuggets star Nick ‘The Quick’ Van Exel, who revealed that he would be praying for the Wilkens family.
“There was nothing better than watching you guys at Richfield Coliseum,” another said of Wilkens and Price, who played at theformer home of the Cavs from 1974-1994.
“Back when basketball used to be a real sport,” another said.
“Thanks for the memories! RIP Coach!”
“Praying for his family and friends,” another said.
“Mark I’m so sorry for your loss,” another said. “As a longtime Cavs fan I thoroughly enjoyed watching you guys play the game the right way under coach Lenny,” they added.
“My childhood in this pic,” another said.
“Great memories, great coach, great team, sad day,” another said.