NBA Legend Vlade Divac’s Shocking Motorcycle Accident Leads to Emergency Hip Surgery—What Happened Next?

Vlade Divac, once a towering figure both on the hardwood and in the front office, found himself sidelined under far more urgent circumstances this past Thursday in Risan, Montenegro. At 57, the former Sacramento Kings general manager faced a precarious twist of fate when a motorcycle accident led to a hip fracture, necessitating emergency surgery and the implantation of an artificial hip. Thankfully, medical professionals reported he’s now stable, closely monitored, and on the path to recovery—an update that’s a relief to fans and friends alike. Divac’s journey from a storied 16-year NBA career, highlighted by his Hall of Fame induction and international acclaim with the Yugoslavian national team, to his pivotal role guiding the Kings is well-chronicled. But this latest chapter underscores the unexpected challenges life throws, even at a basketball legend. LEARN MORE

Former Sacramento Kings general manager Vlade Divac underwent emergency surgery after fracturing his hip in a motorcycle fall, according to the Associated Press.Divac spent roughly a decade away from the NBA before joining the Kings as an advisor. He eventually moved into the team’s general manager role. Divac served in that position for six seasons. The Kings struggled under Divac, who posted a .402 winning percentage as the team’s general manager. They failed to make the playoffs in each of Divac’s six seasons as GM.

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AdvertisementThe incident took place Thursday in Risan, Montenegro. Divac, 57, had an artificial hip implanted following the accident. Doctors said Divac was in stable condition after the incident, per the AP.After being selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 1989 NBA Draft, Divac went on to play 16 years in the league. He averaged 11.8 points and 8.2 rebounds over his career, also seeing time with the Charlotte Hornets and Sacramento Kings. He was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2019.In addition to his NBA career, Divac — who is Serbian — experienced success with the Yugoslavian national team. He helped lead the team to two silver medals at the Summer Olympics. He’s considered one of the best International Basketball Federation (FIBA) players of all time.