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Athletes, celebrities pay tribute to Craig Sager

Iconic NBA sideline reporter Craig Sager passed away at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer.

Sager had battled cancer for more than two years. He was first diagnosed with leukemia in 2014. He went into remission after a bone marrow transplant, but the the disease returned in March 2015.

Turner Sports issued the following statement:

“Craig Sager was a beloved member of the Turner family for more than three decades and he has been a true inspiration to all of us. There will never be another Craig Sager. His incredible talent, tireless work ethic and commitment to his craft took him all over the world covering sports.