Erik Spoelstra is not the type to miss games for the Miami Heat. As a matter of fact, in terms of his attendance rate, the two-time NBA champion coach has one of the most pristine records in the entire league.
This is exactly why it was concerning when coach Spo missed a game for the Heat last season. It was later revealed that he had to attend to one of his two sons, who at that time, went through a medical procedure. Not too many details were made public about the circumstances, but as of the moment, it has been revealed that Spoelstra's son actually underwent unexpected surgery, which later revealed that he had cancer.
Nikki Spoelstra, the wife of the Heat coach, revealed the details of their son's ordeal in a recent Instagram post:
“… One week later, he was diagnosed with Burkitt Lymphoma. In the days, weeks, and months that followed… he endured (and thrived through) Chemotherapy,” Nikki wrote in her post. ” … Yesterday, our big boy got to ring the bell in the cancer wing at Nicklaus, and the gratitude I feel is overwhelming. REMISSION.”
View this post on Instagram
It's absolutely great to hear that their young son has battled through his cancer and that he is now in remission. This is such a heart-wrenching circumstance for a four-year-old boy to have to go through. However, it's truly blissful to learn that he's now going to be alright.
I can only imagine what Erik Spoelstra and his family had to endure throughout this ordeal. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with him and his family.
Follow Us
Subscribe