WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Wake Forest Athletics is mourning the loss of Demon Deacons great and Wake Forest Sports Hall of Famer Rodney Rogers (’94), who died on Nov. 21. Rogers, a Durham native and 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award honoree, is remembered as one of the most influential players in program history and a model of courage and generosity.

Rogers' wife Faye released the following statement:

"Rodney Rogers, an NBA legend who played 12 years in the league, passed away on Nov. 21, 2025 from natural causes related to the spinal cord injury he sustained on November 28, 2008. He made his transition peacefully, surrounded by the endless love of his devoted wife, Faye. Rodney leaves behind his beloved wife, Faye Rogers; his daughters, Roddreka and Rydiah; his sons, Rodney II, Devonte Rogers

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