Former NBA forward Anthony Mason has reportedly suffered a heart attack and is battling for his life dealing with complications from congestive heart failure.
NBA writer Peter Vecsey broke the news
Sickened 2 report, ex-Knick Anthony Mason fighting 4 life. Congestive heart failure, heart attack, 4 surgeries, last one 9 hrs. Sons by side
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 11, 2015
Mason, 350 lbs, had heart issue 4 yr. Was on 2d fl of hosp taking test when attack occurred. Surgery was on 3. Very lucky not on 1, I’m told
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 12, 2015
Mason, 48, spent 13 seasons in the NBA with the New Jersey Nets, Denver Nuggets, Knicks, Charlotte Hornets, Miami Heat and Milwaukee Bucks. He won the Sixth Man of the Year award in 1995 with the Knicks and was named an All-Star in 2001 with the Heat.
Sending love and light to Mase and his family.
