17-year-old declared brain-dead after fall celebrating Spurs win
By The BriefBrief
Joey Rodriguez, 17, suffered a severe head injury after falling from a vehicle during Spurs playoff celebration; family says he was declared brain-dead.
WHO:Joey Rodriguez, 17; his family and San Antonio police
WHAT:Rodriguez was declared brain-dead after a severe head injury from falling from a vehicle during a Spurs celebration
WHEN:Jun 2, 2026 at 4:58 PM ET
WHERE:San Antonio, Texas
WHY:He fell from a vehicle while celebrating the Spurs' Western Conference Finals Game 6 victory
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