Former NBA bruiser Anthony Mason is fighting for his life after suffering a massive heart attack.
Mason, 48, made his mark in the L during five seasons with the New York Knicks.
He played for 13 seasons, averaging 10.9 points and 8.3 rebounds. Mase was named the NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year following the 1994-’95 campaign.
Sickened 2 report, ex-Knick Anthony Mason fighting 4 life. Congestive heart failure, heart attack, 4 surgeries, last one 9 hrs. Sons by side
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 11, 2015
Anthony Mason is 48. His mother, Mary will be 90 tomorrow…
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 11, 2015
Mason, 350 lbs, had heart issue 4 yr. Was on 2d fl of hosp taking test when attack occurred. Surgery was on 3. Very lucky not on 1, I'm told
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with Anthony Mason and his family. #Knicks
— NBA New York Knicks (@nyknicks) February 11, 2015
