Veteran NBA referee Tony Brown, who officiated more than 1,000 games in a 20-year career, died on Thursday of pancreatic cancer.
“Tony Brown was one of the most accomplished referees in the NBA and an inspiration to his colleagues,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. “After his pancreatic cancer diagnosis early last year, Tony fought courageously through countless rounds of treatment to return to work this past season at the NBA Replay Center, demonstrating the dedication, determination and passion that made him such a highly respected official for 20 years.
Brown was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in April 2021 and missed the rest of the 2020-21 season and last season. He underwent chemotherapy, and last season,““We are and have been sustained by the consistent outpouring of love and support through this journey in developing strength, acceptance and peace,” Tina Brown, Tony’s wife, said in a statement. “We ask that you join us in that spirit as we prepare to celebrate Tony’s life.
Brown officiated 1,110 regular-season games and 35 playoff games, including one Finals game in 2020. He also officiated the 2018 All-Star Game in Los Angeles. In the Orlando bubble for the completion of the 2019-20 season, Brown was known for his pleasant demeanor and was quick with a smile even after an intense game.
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