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Eric Montross dies at 52

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Former NBA player Eric Montross, known for his standout college career at North Carolina, passed away at the age of 52. Montross, a seven-foot center, played eight seasons in the NBA and was drafted by the Celtics in 1994. Despite beginning his career with promise, he faced a trade to Dallas after two years in…

Eric Montross, 1993 NCAA champion at North Carolina and former NBA center, dies at 52 after battle with cancer

SportsNews1 year ago08 mins

Eric Montross, a quintessential North Carolina Tar Heel and a 7-footer who was a preeminent force on Dean Smith’s last NCAA title-winning team in 1993, died Sunday at 52. His passing was announced by his family through the University of North Carolina. Montross, who played for the Celtics, Mavericks, Nets, 76ers, Pistons and Raptors from…