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Former NBA forward Michael Sweetney, the Knicks’ No. 9 pick in the 2003 draft, died at 43. After two seasons with New York and two with Chicago, he played overseas and later coached at Yeshiva University; he starred at Georgetown before his pro career.
Michael Sweetney, Georgetown’s All-American forward and No. 9 pick in the 2003 NBA Draft, has died at 43. He starred for the Hoyas, played four NBA seasons with the Knicks and Bulls, continued his career overseas, and later coached at Yeshiva University. His family did not disclose a cause of death, and the article notes his public discussion of depression after his father’s 2003 passing.
Georgetown standout and NBA veteran Michael Sweetney died at 43 after a four-season NBA career with the Knicks and Bulls; the 2003 No. 9 pick posted 6.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 233 games and ranks among Georgetown's all-time leaders in rebounds, points and blocks, later serving as an assistant coach at Yeshiva University.