NCAA Basketball
Basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim dies from 'undisclosed illness'
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University of South Florida men's basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim has died at 43, the school announced on Thursday.
According to the Tampa Bay Times, Abdur-Rahim had been battling an 'undisclosed illness.'
'We are heartbroken over the passing of Coach Abdur-Rahim,' USF men's basketball program wrote on X.
'A tremendous man & leader with an infectious personality that was a shining light to all he encountered.
'Our thoughts & prayers are with his family, friends and everyone that he left a lasting impact on.
Abdur-Rahim was the brother of Shareef Abdur-Rahim, a 12-year NBA vet and one-time All-Star who retired after the 2007-08 season.