Michael Ray Richardson, a four-time NBA All-Star and two-time All-Defensive team selection who spent four seasons apiece with the New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets, died at 70 years old on Tuesday following a brief fight against prostate cancer, according to multiple reports.

Both franchises expressed their condolences, with the Nets saying “We’re saddened to hear of the passing of former Nets All-Star, Michael Ray Richardson. The Nets family sends their deepest condolences to the Richardson family today.”

“We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Knick Michael Ray Richardson. One of the fiercest defensive players of his era, the four-time NBA All-Star made an incredible impact on the Knicks during his four seasons with the franchise. Our deepest condolences go to his fami

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