Orlando Magic share condolences following death of former player Janis Timma

The Orlando Magicalong with the entire basketball community, expressed their deepest condolences on social media following the tragic death of Latvian basketball star and NBA player Janis Timma. His sudden passing has left a deep impact on the team and the fans.

Timma, a 6-foot-7 small forward, was selected in the second round of the 2013 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies. He was later traded to the Orlando Magic and joined their summer league team in 2021. He also spent some time with the NBA G League team, Lakeland, now known as Osceola. Looking to the future, Timma had announced that he would continue his professional career in Russia.

According to Moscow TimesRussian state media said Timma was found dead in a residential building in central Moscow. The cause of Timmas’ death has not yet been determined. He was 32 years old when he died.

Social media reaction to Timma’s death

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Former Magic player Janis Timma dies, team shares condolences