TMZ Sports recently revealed shocking new updates on NBA legend Elden Campbell’s death, detailing unexpected aspects of his passing.

The 2025-26 NBA season has brought excitement to fans with thrilling matchups, but it also comes with a sense of sadness. This year, the NBA family mourns the loss of several significant figures, including the legendary player and coach Lenny Wilkens. Another remarkable loss this year was NBA legend Elden Campbell.

Campbell died of an accidental drowning while fishing in Pompano Beach, Florida, on December 1, 2025, at the age of 57. His death shocked many due to the circumstances surrounding it. Recently, new and surprising details have emerged regarding Campbell’s tragic passing, revealing some astonishing information about the case.

“Officials say video shows ex-NBA player Elden Campbell went out on the waters in the middle of the night before his tragic drowning … but he seemingly took some safety precautions, as he was wearing a “partially unzipped” life vest when his body was found on the shore. TMZ Sports has obtained the investigation report on the NBA champ’s death … which states 57-year-old Campbell left a nearby boat ramp alone around 12:37 AM on Dec. 1,” Via TMZ Sports.

TMZ Sports reported that Campbell was wearing a partially unzipped life vest at the time of his drowning. His body was found on the sand near the water’s edge of the beach.

REPORT: Campbell Was Able to Swim And Had No History Of Drug Or Alcohol Abuse

Elden Campbell (Photo by Getty Images)

The latest updates on Campbell’s tragic death have introduced a new angle in the case. TMZ Sports has reported that Campbell’s wife discussed his lifestyle with investigators. She revealed that Campbell was a health-conscious individual who was capable of swimming and had no history of drug or alcohol abuse.

“Campbell’s wife told investigators the former hooper prioritized his health, was able to swim and had no history of drug or alcohol abuse. The wife did note he had a history of Type II diabetes and high cholesterol … but did not complain of any health-related issues prior to his death,” Via TMZ Sports.

Campbell played 15 seasons in his professional NBA career, mainly with the Los Angeles Lakers. He won the NBA Championship while playing for the Detroit Pistons in the 2003-04 NBA season.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.