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NBA coach has message for Craig Sager

April 21, 2014

Craig Sager isn't reporting from the sidelines during these NBA playoffs.  As was reported Friday, Sager has leukemia.

The TNT reporter, known for his colorful suits, was missed.

Sager issued a statement through TNT:

"My favorite time of year – city to city, round by round, 40 games in 40 nights.  A dramatic turn has matched me with acute myeloid leukemia.  From the sidelines to being sidelined, 40 veins and 40 electrolytes.  Too bad, I had some probing questions for Pop."

For the matchup between the San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Mavericks on Sunday, Sager's son, Craig Sager Jr., subbed on the sidelines quizzing coach Gregg Popovich at the end of a tied third quarter.

Popovich, who answered Sager Jr.'s questions, turned to the camera and sent Sager a heartfelt message pleading for a quick recovery.

It was a surprise spot to not only all the viewers, but Sager himself.

My dad had no idea I was even in San Antonio until EJ announced it at tipoff. Knowing that made this so much more fun for everyone behind it

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