Former NBA player Brandon Hunter collapses during hot yoga, dies at 42

The Cincinnati native played at Ohio University before a long professional career with the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic and overseas.

Boston Celtics' Brandon Hunter, left, drives the baseline around the defense of Detriot Pistons' Corliss Williamson in first half preseason action at the the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncallville, Conn., Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2003. (AP Photo/John Spivey) (JOHN SPIVEY, AP Images)

Former NBA player Brandon Hunter, who had stints with the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic, collapsed while doing hot yoga and died Tuesday, officials and loved ones said.

Hunter, who had a long career in Europe, was 42.

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The Magic and Hunter’s alma mater, Ohio University, both announced his passing on Tuesday.

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