The following statements were released by Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment after the passing of David Stern.
Larry Tanenbaum, Chairman, Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment and NBA Governor:
“Canadians will not forget that it was David Stern who oversaw the expansion of the NBA to Canada, and that it was David Stern who declared that the Toronto franchise would be a success – we are grateful he was able to see our team thrive, and his prediction ultimately came true. David’s vision for our league was a global one, and we were among the very first beneficiaries of that vision.