Ex-NBA Player Eric Montross Dead At 52 After Cancer Battle

Eric Montross — the ninth total choose within the 1994 NBA Draft — has handed away after a battle with most cancers, his household introduced Monday.

He was simply 52 years previous.

Montross was a star for the College of North Carolina Tar Heels … successful a nationwide championship in 1993 earlier than enjoying eight seasons within the professionals for the Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons and Toronto Raptors.

“The family of Eric Montross (Laura, Sarah, Andrew, and Megan) is announcing that he passed away on Sunday, December 17, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Chapel Hill,” an announcement launched by UNC stated.

“Eric was diagnosed with cancer in March 2023, and his family is grateful for the tremendous support and the truly overwhelming love expressed by so many people as he battled with his signature determination and grace.”

“They also thank the many members of the medical community — and particularly those at UNC Lineberger Cancer Center — who matched his fight with equal passion. To know Eric was to be his friend, and the family knows that the ripples from the generous, thoughtful way that he lived his life will continue in the lives of the many people he touched with his deep and sincere kindness.”

Montross was an All-American for UNC … and acquired All-ACC honors in 1993 and 1994.