The NBA announced former commissioner David Stern remains in serious condition after suffering a brain hemorrhage last week. The league released a statement on Tuesday to follow up on his status:

Via Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated:

“NBA Commissioner Emeritus David Stern remains in serious condition following emergency surgery to address a sudden brain hemorrhage on Thursday. He is receiving great care and surrounded by his loved ones. The Stern family and everyone at the NBA appreciate the incredible outpouring of support. Our thoughts and prayers remain with David and his family.”

Stern ceded the mantle to now-commissioner Adam Silver in 2014 after announcing the latter as his successor in 2012. Stern had served as commissioner for 30 years, helping the league undergo a series of changes during his tenure.

The 77-year-old took part in the league's expansion to 30 teams from the 23 that were present when he first took office in 1984, when four marquee players named Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, Charles Barkley, and John Stockton entered the league.

Stern took over after Larry O'Brien, the former commissioner for whom the NBA title is named after, immediately placing emphasis in growing the sport by using stars to promote it. Needless to say, it was a rousing success — as Jordan, Barkley, Olajuwon, and Stockton were huge hits in their respective markets, soon becoming league-wide stars.

Stern also took part in the relocation of six franchises, the Los Angeles Clippers, Sacramento Kings, Memphis Grizzlies, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets and the Seattle SuperSonics.