Craig Sagers wife posts touching tribute after…
Stacy Sager, the wife of the late broadcasting legend Craig Sager, posted a tribute to her husband while marking the top of an period after the NBA on TNT concluded its run following the Knicks’ loss to the Pacers in Game 6 the Eastern Conference finals on Saturday night time.
Stacy Sager, who married Craig in 2003, posted a image to Instagram of all the mic flags Craig had collected over the course of his profession in a tribute and reminder of the storied profession Craig had, which included stints at TBS, TNT and CNN.
Beloved NBA Broadcaster Craig Sager, recognized for his outlandish fits, has died aged 65 after a long fought battle with cancer in 2016. Ronald Martinez
The photograph featured mic flags from numerous networks and many years, taking up a giant shelf.
“Fairwell (sic) to an epic era on @nbaontnt @tntsportsus Craig was a sentimental collector of all things sports starting with every ‘flag mic’ from every event he covered for over 30 years of interviewing legends,” Stacy Sager wrote. “Thank you to the Turner family for all the memories.”
Craig Sager is of course remembered best for his time with the “NBA on TNT” while carrying his beloved flashy fits during broadcasts.
He died in 2016 at the age of 65 after being identified with acute myeloid leukemia in 2014.
Craig Sager accepts the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance onstage during the 2016 ESPYS at Microsoft Theater on July 13, 2016. Getty Images
Stacy Sager is pictured. stacy sager.instagram
“Craig was as vital to the NBA as the players and coaches. A true original and an essential voice on Turner Sports’ NBA coverage for 26 seasons, Craig chronicled some of the most memorable moments in league history and was a ubiquitous presence with his splashy suits and equally colorful personality,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver stated at the time of his death.
Basketball followers loved Sager’s tribute online, enthusiastically reacting to the post.
“That is so cool – what a great way to remember Craig and his career,” one individual wrote on X.
“That is awesome. He is a legend and is missed,” one other wrote.
“Craig was the best man,” a third individual chimed in.
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