Former Bull, Laker Haley dies at 51

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Jack Haley, who played nine seasons in the NBA including a reserve role on the Chicago Bulls' 1996 championship team, has died. He was 51.

Haley's family confirmed his death Tuesday afternoon, saying the cause was heart disease.

Haley played for the Bulls, New Jersey Nets, Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio Spurs. The Bulls drafted him in 1987.

6-foot-10 forward-center out of UCLA in 1987.

He was known for his friendship with eccentric Bulls star Dennis Rodman.