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Former NBA commissioner suffers brain hemorrhage

David Stern was rushed into surgery.
Credit: Ann-Sophie Fjello-Jensen/AP Images for Hashtag Sports
FILE: David Stern from NBA being interviewed on stage

NEW YORK — Former NBA Commissioner David Stern suffered a sudden brain hemorrhage Thursday, sending him into an emergency surgery.

The league confirmed the news late Thursday night, saying the commissioner emeritus was unexpectedly hospitalized earlier in the day.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with David and his family," the NBA wrote in a statement.

Stern was the fourth commissioner of the NBA. He is 77 years old.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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