FORMER NBA star Mitchell Wiggins had died at the age of 64.
Shooting guard Wiggins starred for the Chicago Bulls, Houston Rockets and Philadelphia 76ers across six seasons in the NBA.
GettyMitchell Wiggins has passed away at the age of 64[/caption]
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He was the father of Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins.
No details have yet been released on the circumstances of his death.
A statement from the Houston Rockets released on Friday said: “Today we mourn the passing of former Houston Rockets guard, Mitchell Wiggins.
“Our sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends.”
The Houston Chronicle reported Wiggins died on Monday “surrounded by loved ones”.
The Andrew Wiggins Enterprise account on Instagram also confirmed the news as they shared a picture of the Wiggins family.
A statement on the platform said: “A beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin and friend. May his soul rest in peace.
“His legacy and impact will live on forever!”
He was part of the 1985-86 Rockets team that advanced to the NBA Finals, before losing to Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics in six games.
After his NBA career ended in 1992, Wiggins had a successful career in Greece where he earned multiple All-Star nods.
Current NBA star Wiggins missed multiple games last season as his father was dealing with a “serious medical situation”, according to The Athletic.
More to follow.
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