Basketball world reacts to Jerry West's death. LeBron James, Pau Gasol, Adam Silver, Mark Cuban, and many others expressed condolences.
Basketball legend Jerry West, one of the greatest to ever play the game, passed away this morning at the age of 86.
Known as "the Logo," his silhouette is the basis for the NBA logo. Following this devastating news, the NBA world has expressed their condolences and respect for the basketball icon.
Jerry West, a 14-year Los Angeles Lakers star, was an All-Star every year of his career, leading the team to the NBA Finals nine times and becoming an NBA champion in 1972.
Jerry West
| Position: | PG, SG |
| Age: | 86 |
| Height: | 188 cm |
| Weight: | 84 kg |
| Birth place: | Virginia, United States of America |
After retiring, he coached the Lakers, later serving as their general manager and leading them to six championships, and also revitalized the Memphis Grizzlies, earning two NBA Executive of the Year Awards.
West's legacy includes being the third player to reach 25,000 points, winning a gold medal in the 1960 Olympics, and being named to the NBA's 35th, 50th, and 75th Anniversary Teams.
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