Zeke Upshaw – a 26-year-old player for the Grand Rapids Drive, the Pistons’ minor-league affiliate – died today after collapsing on the court during a game Saturday.
Drive:
Statement from Jewel Upshaw, Zeke's mother: “After continued efforts from the medical team at Spectrum Health, Zeke made his transition at 11:16 am. To family, friends, teammates, coaches, fans & confidants, thank you for your prayers and support during this most difficult time. pic.twitter.com/1AutFtIFwU
— Grand Rapids Gold (@NBAGrandRapids) March 26, 2018
Jewel Upshaw (continued): "Details of his memorial will be announced at a later date. We’d like to thank the many doctors and nurses at Spectrum Health for their efforts in caring for our son. We’d also like to thank the Drive for the support they have extended to our family.” pic.twitter.com/sSLsWvfTny
— Grand Rapids Gold (@NBAGrandRapids) March 26, 2018
What a tragedy.
A Chicago native, Upshaw played collegiately at Illinois State and Hofstra. He played overseas a couple years and was trying to work his way up in professional basketball.
