Kevin Love was injured in the first round of the 2015 NBA Playoffs, an issue that potentially cost the Cleveland Cavaliers a championship.

In a heartbreaking announcement, the five-time All-Star revealed that his father passed away the day before game four of Miami’s first-round matchup with the Cavs. He still found a way to be present for the contest despite the mental toll his dad’s passing took on him.

Former Cleveland Cavaliers player Kevin Love didn't play for his current team, the Miami Heat, during Monday night's final Round 1 matchup that the Cavs dominated.