Overview
- Branson died Tuesday at age 67, according to reports, with no cause of death disclosed.
- Valencia Basket, Real Madrid, and Spain’s ACB offered condolences, and Real Madrid noted his role in the club’s 1988 Korac Cup win.
- He became a mainstay at Pamesa Valencia from 1988 to 1994, recognized as a club legend and among its appearance leaders.
- Drafted 45th by the Detroit Pistons in 1980, he earned CBA Newcomer of the Year before logging 72 NBA games with the Cavaliers and Pacers in 1982–83.
- After starring in Italy and Spain, he became fluent in Spanish and obtained citizenship, later returning to Fort Myers, Florida, to coach.