Josh Maravich cause of death: Ex-LSU player and son of Hall of Fame player Pete Maravich dies at 42

Former LSU player Josh Maravich, son of NBA legend Pete Maravich, dies at 42. No cause of death released. University mourns.

LSU basketball is mourning the loss of former player Josh Maravich, son of the legendary Hall of Famer Pete Maravich, who passed away at the age of 42. The university confirmed the sad news on Saturday night, revealing that Josh Maravich died at his home on Friday. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.

During his time at LSU from 2001 to 2005, Josh Maravich served as a reserve player under coach John Brady. Playing in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, named after his father who holds the men's NCAA Division I scoring record, was a dream come true for Josh. In a 2005 interview with The Daily Reveille, he expressed his desire to make his father proud by playing for LSU, even though he knew he wouldn't be a star player. Being a walk-on for the team was his ultimate goal.

Pete Maravich, known for his scoring prowess in the NBA, tragically passed away at the age of 40 in 1988 due to an undetected heart condition. His career was cut short by a severe knee injury in 1980. Earlier this year, Pete Maravich's scoring record was surpassed by Iowa's Caitlin Clark after standing for over 50 years.

In 2022, LSU honored Pete Maravich by unveiling a bronze statue outside the basketball facility. The statue depicts him making a signature behind-the-back pass, a nod to his showmanship and creativity on the court. The idea for the statue came from Josh Maravich and his brother Jaeson, highlighting their commitment to preserving their father's legacy.

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