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Son Of Legendary College Basketball Star Dead Suddenly At 13

Son Of Legendary College Basketball Star Dead Suddenly At 13

The teenage son of one of VCU's most beloved former players reportedly died unexpectedly on Monday. According to the Richmond-Times Dispatch, 13-year-old Jaylen Martinez, son of ex-Rams guard Joey Rodriguez, passed away from causes unknown at this time.

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