During the Miami Heat‘s home game against the Chicago Bulls on TNT, the Heat decided to pay tribute to Craig Sager.
There are very few media personalities that are as beloved all time as Craig Sager. Whether it’s his high professional standards, his crazy or wardrobe or his welcoming spirit, Sager is beloved by players, coaches and fans around the league.
His battle against Leukemia has also been and inspiration to everyone. Despite the fact that Sager’s Leukemia has been in and out of remission, he has held steadfast in fighting the disease and overcoming the odds and setting a precedent.
With the Miami Heat hosting the Chicago Bulls on TNT on Thursday night, the Heat had a classy gesture and played a video that was a tribute to Sager over the years and featured all of his classic suits and moments.
"Classy gesture from the @MiamiHEAT #SagerStronghttps://t.co/7ZbQgd8Mg2— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) April 8, 2016"
Sager has the spirit of a warrior and while the outlook he was given was dim, if there’s anyone that can defeat it, it’s Sager. Announcers all over the league have been paying their tributes by wearing the bright clothing that Sager wears.
On Thursday night, the Heat provided yet another fantastic moment.
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