Memorial service plans have been announced to honor the life of Junior Bridgeman, a local billionaire businessman and former basketball star in both Louisville and the NBA.

After learning he was only the fifth richest retired athlete, Shaquille took it personally and stepped up his off-court game.

The NBA World and Business World are reacting to the sudden death of Bucks legend/minority owner Junior Bridgeman. Bridgeman, 71, died Tuesday in ...

Mar 11, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Bridgeman, who played 12 NBA seasons, died Tuesday at 71. He became an astute businessman, fast-food franchise owner, 10 ...

By Richard Sandomir Junior Bridgeman, who followed a strong N.B.A. career with a remarkable run as an entrepreneur, acquiring hundreds of fast-food restaurants, a Coca-Cola bottling business and a ...

The Milwaukee Bucks honored Junior Bridgeman Thursday night at Fiserv Forum with a jersey patch and tribute video. Bridgeman ...

The Milwaukee Bucks honored Junior Bridgeman on Thursday upon their return to Fiserv Forum, recognizing the franchise legend who passed away suddenly Tuesday in Louisville, Kentucky, at the age of 71.

Communities around the U.S. and the entire basketball world are reacting to the news that Milwaukee Bucks legend and co-owner Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday at the age of 71. Bridgeman was speaking ...

Junior Bridgeman, a former basketball star who guided Louisville to a Final Four before making a name for himself with the Milwaukee Bucks, later found even greater success in the business world.