George Raveling -- a beloved college basketball coach and Nike executive who played a pivotal role in signing Michael Jordan to the brand -- has passed away. He was 88.
His family released a statement on Tuesday via social media ... saying Raveling was surrounded by family when he transitioned peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer.
"There are no words to fully capture what George meant to his family, friends, colleagues, former players, and assistants -- and to the world," his family said.