Kevin Love mourns the death of Dad, ex-NBA player Stan Love

Kevin love the heartbreaking news about the death of his father with an emotional farewell on Sunday … He was “so proud to be a former NBA player” Stan loveSon.

For personal reasons, the 36-year-old Miami Heat Forward-Der spent time outside the team that his father fought “for a long time”, and although it was painful to see him “deteriorated” in his last days … He still considered him as his “giant”, his “protector” and his “first hero”.

“Your only wish was to be at home to be surrounded by your family when you took your dying breath,” said Kevin. “This breath came. And now it's time to rest.”

Kevin praised Stan, who played four seasons in the professionals – as a “biggest teacher” … and although they had their differences over the years, he knew that he was loved.

“Like all of us, my father was imperfect. But despite his shortcomings and my own, we are a successful story of father and son. A never -ending bond that is rooted in love that will remain forever,” he continued.

“Papa, I'm so proud to be your son. My only hope is that you are proud of me. It was everything I ever wanted. Thank you for everything. I love you.”

Stan – Beach Boy's brother's brother Mike love – During his career, Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs (then in the ABA) played for the Baltimore Bullets, Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs, after playing the ninth overall in 1971 … and an average of 6.8 points and four rebounds per game in the NBA.