Lance Blanks, former Texas star, NBA player, has passed away at the age of 56

By Naveen May 05, 2023

Lance Blanks was a former NBA player and successful executive in the basketball industry.

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Blanks was born on September 9, 1966, in Fort Worth, Texas, and attended the University of Texas.

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Blanks was drafted in the first round of the 1990 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons and played for several teams during his NBA career.

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After retiring from playing basketball, Blanks transitioned into the front office of the NBA as a scout for the Denver Nuggets in 2004.

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In 2010, Blanks became the General Manager of the Phoenix Suns and helped rebuild the team's roster, leading the team to their first playoff appearance since 2010.

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Blanks resigned from his position with the Suns in 2013 and worked as a college basketball analyst for ESPN.

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Blanks has been involved in several charitable organizations, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Special Olympics, and Boys and Girls Club.

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