12 NBA Players who died during their Playing Career 

#6 Conrad McRae

Conrad McRae (#15) - via syracruse.com

Conrad McRae was drafted by the Washington Bullets in the second round of the 1993 NBA draft, but would eventually move to Europe following his failure to cut it on the team. He made a name for himself on the continent, prompting the Denver Nuggets to bring him back to the States on a 10-day contract in 1999.

That too was cut short after the player collapsed in training. However, the Orlando Magic would take him up on a deal as well the following year. McRae collapsed and passed away whilst playing for the Magic’s Summer League team, at the age of 29.

Last year, Syracuse University had their gym named after him, with McRae having starred for the school from 1989 to 1993.