Former NBA All-Star Cedric Ceballos has been hospitalized after what his publicist called “a series of small heart attacks.”
Publicist Crystal Guy says Ceballos was scheduled to undergo surgery in Phoenix.
Ceballos averaged 21.3 points per game in 11 NBA seasons. In recent years, he served as the on-court master of ceremonies at Phoenix Suns home games.
The 42-year-old Ceballos issued a statement saying how fortunate he was to have decided to have his symptoms checked out at a hospital on Sunday. Ceballos thanked all who called in support but the family asked for privacy at this time.
Considering some of the other former professional athletes including former NBA players who have died young due to heart problems, perhaps this is a blessing in disguise and he can receive the treatment he needs. Here's hoping he doesn't become another sad story.
And on a happier note, some Ceballos videos from back in the day:
Whether or not the jet ski incident happened, they would've traded him for Horry that season, I truly believe that. Once Shaq arrived, Lakers went from a fun, exciting team to watch to a bore. I've had no interest in Lakers since they traded Ced, outside of interest in a few of players they had, like Eddie Jones for example.
