CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — Eric Montross, a former North Carolina and NBA massive man, has died after a most cancers battle, his household mentioned. He was 52.
The faculty launched the household’s announcement Monday morning, saying Montross died Sunday surrounded by family members at his Chapel Hill house. He had been identified with most cancers in March, resulting in him stepping away from his duties as a radio analyst for UNC sport broadcasts.
“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,” the announcement mentioned.
Montross performed for the Tar Heels underneath Dean Smith from 1990-94 and was a two-time Associated Press second-team All-American. He began on Smith’s second NCAA championship group in 1993 earlier than being the No. 9 general choose by the Boston Celtics a yr later and taking part in within the NBA till 2002.
In addition to his broadcast duties, he labored as senior main presents director on the Rams Club, the fundraising arm of UNC’s athletics division. He was additionally identified for charitable efforts, reminiscent of serving to launch a father-child basketball camp for Father’s Day weekend to assist the UNC Children’s Hospital.
“Eric was a great player and accomplished student, but the impacts he made on our community went way beyond the basketball court,” the varsity mentioned in its personal assertion. “He was a man of faith, a tremendous father, husband and son, and one of the most recognizable ambassadors of the University and Chapel Hill.”
The household introduced Montross‘ illness when he was diagnosed, but didn’t specify the character of the most cancers.
