College basketball star Elijah Olaniyi dead at 26 after 18-month battle with brain cancer

The Brooklyn-born, Newark-raised swingman was diagnosed with brain cancer in November of 2023 - which ended his hopes of pursuing a career as a pro basketball player overseas.

Feb 28, 2025 - 17:53
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College basketball star Elijah Olaniyi dead at 26 after 18-month battle with brain cancer
The Brooklyn-born, Newark-raised swingman was diagnosed with brain cancer in November of 2023 - which ended his hopes of pursuing a career as a pro basketball player overseas.