It is in moments of profound loss that the true weight of grief hits hardest. For N.B.A star Luka Doncicthis sadness came with the shocking news from his close friend Janis Timma‘s death. Timma, once a rising star in the league, was found dead in Moscow at the age of 32, and the news quickly sent waves of grief through the basketball community.

The shocking loss of Janis Timma

“Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it.” One such moment for Luka Dončić was the shocking news of the early death of his close friend Janis Timma. On Monday, the 25-year-old NBA star learned that Timma, the 32-year-old basketball player, was found dead in Moscow. Initial reports point to suicide as the cause.
The heartbreaking news sent shockwaves across the basketball world, with teams like the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic expressing their condolences. Luka shared a short but emotional tribute on Instagram: “RIP 🙏🙏🙏,” expressing the depth of his grief. While Kristaps Porzingis later removed his post, Luka maintained his post, a testament to the deep sadness he felt. (via: EssentiallySports)
The more details come to light, the greater the pain becomes. One of the most heartbreaking revelations is a two-word message Timma sent his wife before his death – a final, sad glimpse of his loneliness. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the silent struggles some face in silence.
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Luka Dončić’s friend sent a message to his “Anya”.

Selected with the 60th pick by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2013, Janis Timma showed early promise but never quite achieved the stardom many expected. His untimely death remains a mystery, although a phone found next to his body reportedly contained a “last wish,” according to an emergency official who spoke to the TASS news agency. Another report revealed that his last message was “Call Anya,” referring to his ex-wife, Russian-Ukrainian pop star Anna Sedokova, who had just celebrated her 42nd birthday.
Following his death, Anya shared her heartache on Instagram, revealing the painful reality of their rocky relationship and imploring fans to protect her children from the harsh truth. The loss has been felt deeply by his close friends, including Luka Dončić and Kristaps Porzingis, as well as NBA teams such as the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic. Only 32 years old, Timma was a player with enormous potential and his death has left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. But as always, life must move forward.