George Karl, the renowned basketball coach, paid tribute to Doug Moe in a heartfelt tweet, calling him his "big brother" and expressing sadness over his passing. "I am sad today. I will miss him. Love you forever Doug," Karl wrote, accompanied by a broken heart emoji.
The emotional post from Karl came on February 17, 2026, as the basketball community mourns the loss of Moe, whose impact on the sport continues to be remembered by colleagues and players alike.