NBA legend Jerry West, the man who inspired the league's logo, passed away at the age of 86.
NBA legend Jerry West, the man who inspired the league's logo, passed away at the age of 86, the Los Angeles Clippers announced Wednesday. West died peacefully at his LA home. West’s wife, Karen, was by his side when he died, the Clippers said.His legacy spans decades as a player and executive, perhaps best known for his remarkable work with the Lakers. The West Virginia native played for 14 seasons from 1960-1974 for the Men in Purple and Gold.
West will become the first member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame to be inducted as both a player and a contributor.Known as a legend on and off the court, West was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2019. West is one of the sports legends honored with a statue outside the Crypto.com Arena, once known as Staples Center, in downtown LA. "Jerry West was a basketball genius and a defining figure in our league for more than 60 years.
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