Craig Sager through the years

CHICAGO - 1998: TNT reporter Craig Sager interviews Michael Jordan during a Chicago Bulls game at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1998 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

MINNEAPOLIS - DECEMBER 18: While waiting for their post game interview with TNT Courtside Reporter Craig Sager, Kevin Garnett #21 of the Minnesota Timberwolves acts like he takes a picture of his teammate Gary Trent #20 who scored 18 points against the Dallas Mavericks on December 18, 2003 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTICE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo By David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - MAY 25: Craig Sager of TNT interviews actor Rob Lowe at the Los Angeles Lakers versus the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game three of the Western Conference Finals during the 2004 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center on May 25, 2004 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

SACRAMENTO, CA - JANUARY 19: TNT reporter Craig Sager interviews Mike Bibby #10 of the Sacramento Kings after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Arco Arena on January 19, 2006 in Sacramento, California. The Kings won 118-109 in overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2006 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

PHOENIX - FEBRUARY 14: TNT Commentator Craig Sager interviews Steve Nash #13 of the Phoenix Suns after they defeat the Dallas Mavericks 109-97 in an NBA game played at U.S. Airways Center on February 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2008 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

PHOENIX - FEBRUARY 12: Craig Sager of TNT interviews Chris Bosh #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the All Star Media Availability as part of the 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend on February 12, 2009 at the Sheraton Downtown hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images).

PHOENIX - FEBRUARY 15: Shaquille O'Neal of the Western Conference is interviewed by TNT's Craig Sager of the Eastern Conference during the 58th NBA All-Star Game, part of 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend, at US Airways Center on February 15, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE/Getty Images)

ATLANTA - NOVEMBER 26: Dwight Howard #12 and Anthony Johnson #8 of the Orlando Magic are interviewed by Craig Sager after the game against the Atlanta Hawks on November 26, 2009 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

DALLAS - FEBRUARY 12: Craig Sager of TNT interviews Tyreke Evans of the Rookie team during 2009 T-Mobile Rookie Challenge and Youth Jam on February 12, 2010 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER:User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images).

CHICAGO, IL - MARCH 25: Benny the Bull interviews TNT Analyst Craig Sager following the NBA game between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls on March 25, 2010 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE (Photo by Jeffrey Phelps/NBAE via Getty Images)

DALLAS - APRIL 1: Craig Sager of TNT interviews Dwight Howrad #12 of the Orlando Magic following the game against the Dallas Mavericks on April 1, 2010 at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. The Magic won 97-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE (Photo by Danny Bollinger/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - FEBRUARY 17: TNT broadcaster Craig Sager interviews Chris Bosh #1 of the Miami Heat during the 2011 NBA Circuit as part of the 2011 NBA All-Star Weekend on February 17, 2011 at the J.W. Marriott hotel in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER:User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2011 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

ATLANTA - APRIL 24: Craig Sager poses for a picture during a game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals in the 2011 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 2011 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2011 NBAE (Photo by Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

DENVER, CO - MAY 06: Craig Sager of TBS Sports interviews Steve Blake #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers after the Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets in Game Four of the Western Conference Quarterfinals in the 2012 NBA Playoffs at Pepsi Center on May 6, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. The Lakers defeated the Nuggets 92-88 to take a 3-1 lead in the series. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 8: Actor Larry David and TNT's Craig Sager share a conversation before a game between the Denver Nuggets and the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Five of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2012 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center on May 8, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2012 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

SAN ANTONIO, TX- MAY 29: Gregg Popovich, Head Coach of the San Antonio Spurs speaks with TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager after the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Two of the Western Conference Finals during the 2012 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center on May 29, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2012 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 4: Kevin Durant #35 and James Harden #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talk with TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager after his teams victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game Five of the Western Conference Finals during the 2012 NBA Playoffs on June 4, 2012 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2012 NBAE (Photo by Garrett W. Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 16: LeBron James #6 of the Miami Heat is interviewed by Craig Sager of the TNT during the NBA All-Star Practice in Sprint Arena at Jam Session at Jam Session during NBA All Star Weekend on February 16, 2013 at the George R. Brown in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE. (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

MIAMI, FL - MAY 15: TNT broadcaster, Craig Sager, speaks with Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat after their win against the Chicago Bulls in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on May 15, 2013 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

May 22, 2013; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) listens to a question from TNT broadcaster Craig Sager after game one of the Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

MIAMI, FL - MAY 24: Roy Hibbert #55 of the Indiana Pacers is interviewed by Craig Sager following the Pacers victory against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on May 24, 2013 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright NBAE 2013 (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

MIAMI, FL - MAY 30: Head Coach Erik Spoelstra of the Miami Heat is interviewed by Craig Sager while his team plays against the Indiana Pacers in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2013 NBA Playoffs on May 30, 2013 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright NBAE 2013 (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mar 21, 2014; San Antonio, TX, USA; TV announcer Craig Sager interviews Baylor Bears center Isaiah Austin (21) after Baylor Bears beat the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a men's college basketball game during the second round of the 2014 NCAA Tournament at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

CHICAGO, IL - MARCH 05: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder and TNT Reporter Craig Sager share a laugh before a game against the Chicago Bulls on March 5, 2015 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by Randy Belice/NBAE via Getty Images)

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 27: TNT reporter Craig Sager interviews Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on October 27, 2015 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by Jack Arent/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nov 5, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) talks with announcer Craig Sager (R) prior to the game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 24: (L-R) Craig Sager II and former NBA player Dikembe Mutombo attend Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks game where Former NBA Player and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo gets his #55 Atlanta Hawks Jersey retired during half time at Philips Arena on November 24, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Moses Robinson/GC Images)

Jan 14, 2016; San Antonio, TX, USA; TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager interviews San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 13: Craig Sager interviews Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolves after he receives the Taco Bell Skills Challege award during the Taco Bell Skills Challenge as part of NBA All-Star 2016 on February 13, 2016 at Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

TORONTO, CANADA - FEBRUARY 14: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Western Conference and Craig Sager after the NBA All-Star Game as part of 2016 NBA All-Star Weekend on February 14, 2016 at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 10: NBA Analyst, Craig Sager interviews Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs during the game against the Chicago Bulls on March 10, 2016 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photos by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

March 29, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; TNT broadcaster Craig Sager (left) interviews Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30, right) after the game against the Washington Wizards at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Wizards 102-94. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 20: TNT NBA sideline reporter Craig Sager interviews LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the game against the Detroit Pistons in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs on April 20, 2016 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder talks to NBA TNT Analyst, Craig Sager before Game Three of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors on May 22, 2016 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 26: Craig Sager on the court before the Oklahoma City Thunder face the Golden State Warriors for Game Five of the Western Conference Finals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs on May 26, 2016 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 28: Reporter Craig Sager poses with James Goldstein during the game between the Golden State Warriors and the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Six of the Western Conference Finals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs on May 28, 2016 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

CLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 16: TV personality Craig Sager interviews LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers after the Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors in Game Six of the 2016 NBA Finals on June 16, 2016 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JULY 13: Vice President of the United States Joe Biden (L) presents the Jimmy V Award for Perserverance to honoree Craig Sager onstage during the 2016 ESPYS at Microsoft Theater on July 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

PORTLAND, OR - OCTOBER 27: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers is seen before the game against the Los Angeles Clippers on October 27, 2016 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images)

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 25: The Golden State Warriors honor Craig Sager with T-shirt giveaway before the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 25, 2016 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

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