Elden Campbell, Former NBA Standout, Passes Away
The basketball world mourns the loss of Elden Campbell, who passed away at the age of 57. The news has shocked the sports community, especially those who closely followed his career in the NBA. Campbell, known for his versatility and performance on the court, played for fifteen seasons in the world’s most prestigious league. His time with teams like the Los Angeles Lakers, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, New Jersey Nets, and Seattle SuperSonics left an indelible mark. His time with the Lakers, where he played for nine seasons, is particularly remembered. Although his consecration came in 2004, when he was part of the Detroit Pistons team that won the NBA championship.Campbell shared a locker room with legends like Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. In the 1996-97 season, he demonstrated his scoring ability by averaging 14.9 points per game. His best numbers were achieved with the Charlotte Hornets, with 15.3 points and 9.4 rebounds per game. His final NBA statistics reflect an average of 10.3 points and 5.9 rebounds. The news of his passing has generated great sorrow among his colleagues and friends. Cedric Ceballos expressed his pain when recalling the friendship they shared since childhood. The cause of his death has not yet been revealed, but his legacy as a player and his impact on American basketball will endure.“I remember his attitude. That’s why we nicknamed him Easy E. He was so calm, nothing sped him up. He took his time. He was just calm. He was a good guy. I loved Easy, man”
Byron Scott
