Hawks Release Statement on Wright
Tony Potts
07-30-2010
The Atlanta Hawks issued a statement Thursday reguarding
the death of former Hawks player Lorenzen Wright. Wright`s body was found in a field in southeast Memphis
Wednesday afternoon. The former NBA star had been missing for
more than a week. `The Atlanta Hawks family and our fans are
tremendously saddened upon hearing the news of the death of
Lorenzen Wright. A two-time Hawk, Lorenzen was a hard-working
athlete whose fun-loving personality livened the mood of many
teammates and those around him.`
The release went on to say, `He was a friend, teammate and mentor
to many of the young Hawks during his second stint with the team,
and his contributions will never be forgotten. Not only was he
active on the court, but Lorenzen was a frequent contributor to
many of our off-the-court initiatives.`
`To his mother Deborah, Sherra and their six kids, you are in
our prayers during the difficult time. We will miss you 42.`
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