Former NBA commissioner David Stern still in serious condition after surgery

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David Stern, former NBA commissioner, speaks at the Hashtag Sports Conference in New York, on Monday, June 26, 2017. (Adam Hunger/AP Images for Hashtag Sports)

Former NBA commissioner David Stern remains in serious condition after undergoing emergency surgery on Thursday.

The NBA released the following update on his health on Tuesday:

“NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern remains in serious condition following emergency surgery to address a sudden brain hemorrhage on Thursday,” read the league statement. “He is receiving great care and surrounded by his loved ones. The Stern family and everyone at the NBA appreciate the incredible outpouring of support. Our thoughts and prayers remain with David and his family.”

Stern, 77, suffered a brain hemorrhage Thursday while having lunch near the NBA’s New York headquarters.

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