Sekou Smith, who has covered professional basketball for more than 20, including the last decade on NBA TV, died today of Covid-19. He was 48 years old.
Sekou was a popular presence on NBA TV run by Turner Sports, serving as a television analyst and copywriter. It also features the podcast NBA Hang Time, which has been happening three times a week and has released the latest league news and stories to guests from around the NBA.
“The NBA regrets the passing of Sekou Smith, a beloved member of the NBA family,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver in a statement today. “Sekou was one of the most affable and dedicated NBA reporters and a great friend to so many across the league. … Sekou’s love for basketball was clear to everyone who knew him and he always shone in his work. “
Sekou leaves his wife, Heather, and their children, Gabriel, Reilly and Cameron.
Here is a movie video tribute to Sekou from his longtime NBA TV colleague Steve Smith: