Eric Montross is a former NBA player who was in the league for almost a decade. The Boston Celtics drafted Montross as the 9th overall pick at the 1994 NBA Draft. Although he didn’t have the liberty to win the championship ring, Eric played for several franchises. He also played for the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, Detroit Pistons, and Toronto Raptors.
Recently, Eric made headlines once again but it was for unfortunate reasons. The former NBA player was recently diagnosed with cancer and it has saddened the NBA world.
Eric Montross and family release statement through North Carolina Basketball
For those who don’t know, the American was also a player of North Carolina. He led them to the 1993 NCAA championship and played a pivotal role in their success. Eric was the center for the team when they beat Michigan in the final that year.
The Montross family said in the statement, “Eric was recently diagnosed with cancer and is beginning treatments under the care of the amazing oncologists, nurses and staff at the world-class UNC Lineberger Cancer Center.”
A health update from the family of Carolina All-America, 1993 national champion and UNC radio analyst Eric Montross. pic.twitter.com/F0CWD8Lyeh
— Carolina Basketball (@UNC_Basketball) March 25, 2023
“Our family is of course deeply concerned, but we have spent nearly three decades in the fight against children’s cancer and know well the incredible advancements that are being made in oncology treatments, as well as the power of love, prayer, support and positivity.” They also mentioned that Eric will be taking the battle one day at a time, which speaks at length about his mentality and strength.
The world has been eager to know what type of cancer Eric has been diagnosed with. However, his family and close ones have not revealed this detail. It is understandable if it is privacy that they wish for at this crucial moment. The decision to keep it under wraps has not gone down too well among fans, however.
Why don’t they disclose the TYPE of cancer ex-NBA player Eric Montross has been diagnosed with? DISTURBING TREND. They need to be transparent with the public about which SPECIFIC illnesses people are acquiring considering citizens were COERCED into taking an experimental product.
— Dr. James E. Olsson (@DrJamesOlsson) March 26, 2023
With that being said, the NBA world can only hope that Montross’ condition improves as time passes. After bidding goodbye to his NBA career, Eric became a commentator for the Taar Heel Sports Network. In addition to that, he is also the play-by-play commentator for North Carolina Basketball. We surely hope his fight against cancer is one that Eric wins.
