The basketball world mourns Janis Timma
Kristaps Porzingis, Mike James, and Vincent Poirier, among others, reacted to the news of Janis Timma's passing away, with suicide being the most likely cause of death.
Following the tragic news of Janis Timma's death, the basketball world expressed its condolences, mourning the loss of the Latvian player.
Kristaps Porzingis, Mike James, and Vincent Poirier, among others, reacted to the news on social media.
"Oh nooo, please tell me it's not true," Porzingis wrote on X after the reports emerged.
"Human connection is the cornerstone of our mental health. Please, let's look after one another. Rest in peace, JT," Porzingis added shortly after.
"Mental health is so important. We tend to downplay this aspect for athletes. Like everyone else, we have our problems and our moments of doubt... Don't hesitate to talk about them, to ask for support. Take care of yourself. RIP Janis Timma," posted Gran Canaria's guard Andrew Albicy.
"My friends and loved ones start checking on the people you know and care about. You never know what they are going through. Dang, that's crazy. Love is Love," posted long-time EuroLeague forward DeShaun Thomas.
"Man …32 years old … rip my guy," tweeted Poirier.
"Wowwwww!!!!!" said James.
Latvian basketball player Janis Timma was found dead in Moscow, according to a report by REN TV.
The TV channel reported that Timma, who is the former husband of Ukrainian singer and actress Anna Sedokova, committed suicide. Multiple other reports confirm the suicide version.
Russian media reported that Timma's body was found near a hotel in central Moscow.
Beside him lay a phone, where a message from his ex-wife, the famous singer Anna Sedokova, requesting a callback was displayed. According to Delfi.lv, authorities are still investigating all the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Timma, 32, was a former MVP of the Baltic Basketball League and a long-time player of the Latvian national basketball team.
He played 5 seasons in the Euroleague, suiting up for Baskonia, Olympiacos, Khimki and UNICS.
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