(Photo courtesy of Omaha Men's Basketball)

Omaha Mavericks forward and Utah native Deng Mayar passed away on Sunday. He was 22 years old.

Information on the cause of death has yet to be released. Omaha and his former school, the University of North Dakota, both posted memorial tributes.

We are heartbroken by the loss of former student-athlete Deng Mayar, who passed away on Saturday. He was 22.

We extend are deepest condolences to Deng’s family, teammates, friends and classmates. They are all in our thoughts and prayers

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— North Dakota Men’s Basketball (@UNDmbasketball) August 17, 2025

According to his profile on Omaha Athletics , Mayar was born in Magna, Utah. He was one of seven children born to Abele Daw and Alei Ado

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