Family: Legendary IU coach Bob Knight dies at 83

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FILE - In this Saturday, March 30, 1987, file photo, Indiana coach Bobby Knight gestures while instructing his players against UNLV in NCAA semifinal play in New Orleans. The Hoosiers won, 97-93. Indiana meets Syracuse in the championship game Monday night. The year 2017 marks the 30th anniversary of Indiana's last national title, won under Knight against Syracuse.

"It is with heavy hearts that we share that Coach Bob Knight passed away at his home in Bloomington surrounded by his family. We are grateful for all the thoughts and prayers, and appreciate the continued respect for our privacy as Coach requested a private family gathering, which is being honored. We will continue to celebrate his life and remember him, today and forever as a beloved Husband, Father, Coach, and Friend.

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