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Former UK Basketball player Mulford “Muff” Davis has died at 99 years old

The oldest living former Kentucky Basketball player has passed away.

Mulford “Muff” R. Davis, who made it to 99 years and 10 months of age, died on Dec. 5 due to complications from COVID-19. His obituary has been posted at the link here.

It's with great sadness that we report that Mulford Davis, who at the time of his death was the oldest living @KentuckyMBB player, died on Friday.

Our deepest sympathies go out to Davis family. pic.twitter.com/apYJc01wao

— Kentucky Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) December 7, 2020

The native of Indiana played under legendary head coach Adolph Rupp for three seasons, appearing in 51 total games and scoring 250 career points.