Swashbucklin' Scot Pollard, a former hoopsmate, rings ye bell 13 sunsets post mending o' heart. Blimey!
2024-03-01
Arrr matey! After plunderin' meself a new heart, former NBA swashbuckler Scot Pollard finally got to ring the bell on his voyage to recovery. Here's hopin' he sets sail smooth seas ahead on his mended ship. Aye aye, captain!
Former NBA player Scot Pollard recently underwent a successful heart transplant after being hospitalized in Tennessee and facing serious health struggles. His wife, Dawn Pollard, shared a video of him joyfully ringing the bell at the Vanderbilt Transplant Center, marking a key milestone in his recovery.Pollard had been admitted to the ICU due to a genetic condition that caused his heart to weaken, leading to the need for a transplant. Despite the challenges of finding a donor match for his large stature, Pollard was able to receive a heart in a relatively short amount of time.Following the surgery, Pollard expressed gratitude for the medical staff and the opportunity for a new lease on life. The former Sacramento Kings center played in the NBA for 11 seasons and retired in 2008. His positive attitude and determination have been evident throughout his health journey, as he continues to make progress on the road to recovery.