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The NBA world lost an absolute legend on Wednesday morning, as Jerry West passed away at the age of 86 years old.
The news of West’s passing was shared by a number of media outlets, including ESPN and others.
Immediately after West’s death was announced, millions of NBA fans poured their hearts out online to celebrate the iconic player and executive.
Basketball Hall of Famer Jerry West has died at the age of 86. pic.twitter.com/hF2xptmySL
— ESPN (@espn) June 12, 2024
He was called “one of a kind” by some Twitter users and “The Logo” by many more.
Of course, West’s silhouette has been used in the NBA logo for decades, a true testament to just how important he is to the association.
There is no doubt that that logo will be celebrated a lot over the next few days as people reflect on West’s life and career.
RIP TO THE LOGO!
ONE OF A KIND.
— Steve (@NFTbark) June 12, 2024
A wonderful man… may he Rest In Peace.
— Stephen Tatur (@statu287) June 12, 2024
Some people called West the best basketball player of all time.
No matter how you feel about him or his years playing for the Los Angeles Lakes, West’s greatness cannot be denied.
During his 14 years in the league, he averaged 27 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.7 assists.
He had 14 All-Star appearances, was the 1970 scoring champion, an NBA champion in 1972, and earned his spot in the Hall of Fame and the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
the greatest of all time Jerry west will be immortalized
— JLW (@JLWprime1) June 12, 2024
West was so good, in fact, that he’s the only NBA player to earn Finals MVP for a championship series that his team didn’t even win.
If that doesn’t say just how impactful a player West was, nothing does.
Fun fact about Jerry:
Jerry West is the only NBA Finals MVP to have been awarded from the losing team
— Eric (@Erlisk1337) June 12, 2024
West was more than just a crucial player in the history of the NBA, he was also a beloved executive who helped a number of teams over the years.
Few people can say that they really did change the NBA but West could.
Through his years playing and his years leading teams, West had a sizeable influence on the league and will be dearly and deeply missed by anyone who loves the game of basketball.
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