Former NBA player Brandon Hunter collapses during hot yoga, dies at age 42
The Cincinnati native played at Ohio University before a long professional career with the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic and overseas.
Note this is an ongoing death investigation and Brandon Hunter is best known for his time at Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic.
Former NBA player Brandon Hunter, who had stints with the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic, collapsed while doing hot yoga and died Tuesday, officials and loved ones said.
Hunter, who had a long career in Europe, was 42.
The Magic and Hunter's alma mater, Ohio University, both announced his passing on Tuesday.
He was inducted to the school's Athletics Hall of Fame last year.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Brandon Hunter. Brandon was a phenomenal player at Ohio who went on to have a great pro career," Bobcats coach Jeff Boals said in a statement.
"Brandon was a great ambassador for Ohio, a great teammate, a great competitor, and a great family man. Brandon had an infectious personality that touched many people along his journey and will be truly missed."