India, March 12 -- Billionaire entrepreneur and ex-NBA player Junior Bridgeman died after suffering a medical emergency at a public event on Tuesday. He was 71.

Bridgeman played in the NBA for 12 years, from 1975 to 1987, during which he was a key player for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Clippers.

In response to his passing, the Milwaukee Bucks issued a statement, saying, "We are shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Bucks legend and owner Junior Bridgeman."

"Junior's retired No. 2 jersey hangs in Fiserv Forum, serving as a constant remembrance of his outstanding play on the court and his impact on the Bucks' success. His hard work and perseverance led him to become one of the nation's top business leaders and, last S...