Ohio Basketball Grieves the Loss of Former Player Brandon Hunter at 42
The Ohio basketball community is saddened by the loss of one of their former players, Brandon Hunter, who was a standout forward. He passed away at the age of 42, and the team shared the news on their social media.
The official statement from Ohio Basketball said, “We are saddened to hear about the loss of Ohio basketball legend Brandon Hunter. Our thoughts are with Brandon’s family at this time.”
We are saddened to hear about the loss of Ohio basketball legend Brandon Hunter. Our thoughts are with Brandon’s family at this time. pic.twitter.com/tHpg3qsPzW
— Ohio Men’s Basketball (@OhioMBasketball) September 13, 2023
Jeff Boals, the head coach of Ohio’s basketball team, also expressed his sadness on Twitter, saying, “Sad day for Bobcat Nation. Brandon Hunter, Gone way too soon. One of the best to ever put on the green and white. #RIP.”
Sad day for Bobcat Nation. Brandon Hunter, Gone way too soon. One of the best to ever put on the green and white. #RIP pic.twitter.com/nZFLXQMnBG
— Jeff Boals (@JeffBoals) September 12, 2023
Many people in the college basketball world also shared their condolences and memories of Brandon Hunter on social media.
One person wrote, “Man life is crazy short! Rest In paradise to one of the best players at 6foot7 ever. You will be Missed Brandon Hunter! 42 yrs old and gone way to soon.”
Man life is crazy short! Rest In paradise to one of the best players at 6foot7 ever. You will be Missed Brandon Hunter! 42 yrs old and gone way to soon???? pic.twitter.com/yTkPDFhiqg
— ? (@Brandon_B_5) September 12, 2023
Zac Jackson from The Athletic tweeted, “Just awful news about the passing of Ohio University basketball legend and former NBA player Brandon Hunter.”
Just awful news about the passing of Ohio University basketball legend and former NBA player Brandon Hunter. pic.twitter.com/Mgs7Ps32U2
— Zac Jackson (@AkronJackson) September 12, 2023
Brendon’s Former teammate Sonny Jackson shared his tribute, saying, “RIP goes out to my former Ohio University teammate BRANDON HUNTER. #winner #beast.”
RIP goes out to my former Ohio University teammate BRANDON HUNTER. #winner #beast @OhioUSportsAd @ohiou @OhioMBasketball @OhioBobcats pic.twitter.com/IMLwmzQdwz
— Sonny Johnson (@sonnyjohnson32) September 12, 2023
Brandon Hunter made a significant impact on the game of basketball. During his four years at Ohio, he earned three first-team All-MAC conference selections. His college stats were impressive, with averages of 16.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists, shooting at an impressive 51 percent from the field.
In 2003, the Boston Celtics selected Brandon Hunter as the 56th pick in the NBA Draft. He went on to have a two-season NBA career, playing for the Celtics and the Orlando Magic. One of his memorable moments was in 2004 when he scored 17 points against the Milwaukee Bucks.
Brandon Hunter’s legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew and admired him. He was not only a remarkable player but also a beloved figure in the world of basketball.
RIP Brandon Hunter.
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