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NBA World Sent Thoughts & Prayers To Shawn Bradley, Who Was Paralyzed In Bicycle Accident

Yesterday, the Dallas Mavericks shared the sad news that former big man Shawn Bradley’s bike accident has left him paralyzed.

The Dallas Mavericks have issued a press release on behalf of former Maverick Shawn Bradley as well as statements from Mark Cuban and Donnie Nelson. pic.twitter.com/F9fCtlZ1zJ

— Mavs PR (@MavsPR) March 17, 2021

The 7’6 center, who played for the Sixers, Nets and Mavs in his 12-year NBA career, and for Team Germany on an international level, was among the league’s leading shot blockers throughout his entire career, and led the entire NBA in blocks in 1997.

When the devastating news broke, many in the NBA world offered their support, thoughts and prayers.

I just read the news about Shawn Bradley’s devastating injury. Such terrible news. Speaking for the entire Warriors organization, we send our thoughts and love to Shawn and his family.

— Steve Kerr (@SteveKerr) March 17, 2021

We are thinking of former 76er Shawn Bradley and his family. Wishing them all the best during Shawn’s recovery. https://t.co/7joHRz0qNN

— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 17, 2021

BYU Athletics offers its heartfelt sympathies to Shawn Bradley and his family. We were devastated to learn of Shawn’s injury and join with all of Cougar Nation in thoughts and prayers for the Bradley family during this difficult time. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/fKLAKZWLP4

— BYU Cougars (@BYUCougars) March 17, 2021

https://twitter.com/CoachAvery6/status/1372276755550060554

Nash, who played with Shawn Bradley with the Mavs for six years, said he only learned about the accident a few hours ago. “It’s obviously heartbreaking…he’s a fun-loving guy…and I hope he remains positive and has a lot of support.”

— Laura Albanese (@AlbaneseLaura) March 17, 2021

My heart goes out to Shawn Bradley !

— Kenny Anderson (@chibbs_1) March 17, 2021

Terrible news about former Mavs center Shawn Bradley. One of the nicest guys to come through here in my time with the Mavs. The Mavs have released this statement on his behalf about a recent automobile-bicycle accident that has left him paralyzed pic.twitter.com/m4kmv6PNbG

— Mark Followill (@MFollowill) March 17, 2021

SHAWN BRADLEY I LOVE YOU BUBBA

— The Iron Sheik (@the_ironsheik) March 18, 2021

https://twitter.com/MGRADS/status/1372248084021792770

Absolutely terrible news here from Shawn Bradley… https://t.co/cTJBzPodIy

— Bill Riley (@espn700bill) March 17, 2021

space jam shawn bradley in 1997.
always a legend. that movie stuck with a lot of us. i was a monstar from day 1.

sending love, light, and respect to all. pic.twitter.com/BNTzNeB1Bt

— G-Mo (@gDASHmo) March 17, 2021

We were heartbroken to learn that Shawn Bradley, a lifetime member of the Honoring Heroes Foundation, was left paralyzed following a tragic crash. His continued support for UHP and our State Troopers has not gone unnoticed. Godspeed in your recovery, Sir! pic.twitter.com/ebevNCuQhv

— Utah Highway Patrol (@UTHighwayPatrol) March 17, 2021