Brother of toronto raptors The team announced the passing of forward RJ Barrett in a statement on behalf of the Barrett family.
In a joint statement with canada basketball, The team confirmed Nathan Barrett’s death on Tuesday.
RJ Barrett, No. 9 of the Toronto Raptors, dribbles against Tre Mann, No. 23 of the Charlotte Hornets, during the first half of an NBA game at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, March 3, 2024. do. (Cole Burston/Getty Images)
“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother, Nathan Tyler Barrett, on Tuesday, March 12th, surrounded by his family, church, and friends.” said in a statement.
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“While our family is devastated by this great loss, we will always cherish the memories and time we spent together. Nathan was a God-fearing young man of strong character. He was thoughtful, kind, and loving. He was a deep, caring, creative and admirable person. He was driven.”
Nathan’s age and cause of death were not immediately known.
The family asked for privacy but thanked “the outpouring of love, support and prayers we have received.”
Toronto Raptors No. 9 RJ Barrett dribbles during the second half of a game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver on March 11, 2024. (Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)
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“Although his time with us was short, he will live forever in our hearts.”
RJ Barrett, who ranks second on the Raptors with 19.5 points per game, did not play in Wednesday’s loss to Detroit. RJ played one season at Duke University before declaring for the NBA Draft. He was selected third overall. new york knicks He moved on in 2019 and was traded to the Raptors in December.
Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau addressed the news of Nathan’s death before Thursday’s game against the Knicks. Portland Trail Blazers.
New York Knicks No. 9 RJ Barrett makes a three-point play during a game against the Toronto Raptors at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 11, 2023. (Albero/Getty Images)
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“Before I begin my work on behalf of our organization, our team, I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Barrett family on the loss of their son Nathan, RJ’s younger brother,” he said via the New York Post. Told. “Our thoughts and prayers are with them and their entire family.”
Like his older brother, Nathan also played high school basketball at Montverde Academy in Florida.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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