On Saturday, Nick Gilbert, the son of Cavs owner Dan Gilbert, died due to complications related to Neurofibromatosis.
He was 26.
Gilbert represented the Cavs on numerous occasions at the NBA Draft Lottery.
The Cavs issued a statement on Gilbert’s passing on Sunday:
“It is with heavy hearts that we join the Gilbert family and the Rock Family of Companies in mourning the loss of Nick Gilbert, who passed away yesterday from complications related to Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1).
“Nick was a light and inspiration to so many throughout his 26 years of life. Whether taking on his signature role as the Cavs’ good luck charm during several NBA Draft Lotteries or using his voice to advocate in the fight against NF, Nick’s unrelenting spirit has been a driving force behind our organization.
“It was our honor to stand with Nick this past season and celebrate the strength and resilience of all those impacted by NF. Our season-long Bow Tie campaign was a constant reminder that there’s still more work to be done to find a cure.
“Those who would like to honor Nick’s memory are asked to contribute to NF Forward atnfforwarddetroit.org/donate.
“We send our thoughts, prayers and love to the entire Gilbert family and to everyone who loved Nick.”
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