Former NBA Player Adreian Payne Was Killed In A Shooting

Adreian Payne’s passing saw the basketball community mourning a once-promising young star. Payne was an All-Big Ten performer at Michigan State during his college days. Injuries and health problems prevented him from reaching his full potential before his tragic recent death. It has now been reported that Payne was killed in a shooting incident.

TMZ Sports noted that Adreian Payne was shot to death on early Monday morning in Florida. The Orange County Sherriff’s Office sent officers to investigate a shooting at approximately 1:37 AM. Payne was found with a gunshot wound when they arrived.

Adreian was transported to a local hospital. Efforts to save his life were unsuccessful. Payne died after he arrived at the medical facility.

29-year-old Lawrence Dority was identified by authorities as the shooter. A warrant was issued for first-degree murder. Police have already apprehended the suspect.

The shocking death of Adreian Payne brought many of his fans to social media to pay their respects. Many remembered the special bond he formed with 8-year-old Lacey Holsworth. While at Michigan State, Payne became close friends with Lacey, who was suffering from cancer. She passed away in 2014 after helping Adreian cut down the nets after MSU won the Big Ten Tournament.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown. With the suspect in custody, details are certain to follow shortly. For now, the basketball world is mourning the death of Adreian Payne.