Former New York Knicks player Anthony Mason dies at 48

Anthony Mason, the rugged power forward who was a defensive force in the NBA from the 1990s into the early 21st century, has died. He was 48.

New York Knicks spokesman Jonathan Supranowitz confirmed Mason's death, which was first reported Saturday by the New York Daily News.

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Former Knick Anthony Mason has died at the age of 48.

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