The NBA and sports world reacted to the death of basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West. He died at age 86 with his wife, Karen, by his side, according to a statement from the Clippers.
The NBA and sports world reacted Wednesday to the death of basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West. He
at age 86 with his wife, Karen, by his side, according to a statement from the Los Angeles Clippers. West had been working for the Clippers as a consultant."Jerry West was a basketball genius and a defining figure in our league for more than 60 years. He distinguished himself not only as an NBA champion and an All-Star in all 14 of his playing seasons, but also as a consummate competitor who embraced the biggest moments.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jerry West and Bill Russell watch during the first half of an NBA All-Star basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, in Los Angeles. ("The Dodgers mourn the passing of NBA Hall of Famer and Lakers legend Jerry West, an indelible figure on the Los Angeles sports landscape for more than 60 years. We send our most sincere condolences to his family and friends." - the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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