Overview
- The family confirmed his death in São Paulo on Dec. 25, and no cause was disclosed.
- The Brazilian Basketball Confederation (CBB), the NBB and São Paulo FC issued condolences recognizing his impact on the sport.
- He led Sírio to the 1979 Intercontinental/club world crown, a breakthrough for Brazilian club basketball.
- He later coached Brazil at the 1980 Moscow Olympics and amassed five Brazilian championships and eight São Paulo state titles.
- Relatives said the farewell will be private and restricted to family members.