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NBA Legend Jerry West Dies at 86, Clippers Announce

Jun 12, 2024, 01:49 PM

Jerry West, the NBA Hall of Famer and iconic figure known as 'The Logo,' has passed away at the age of 86. The Los Angeles Clippers announced that West died peacefully this morning with his wife, Karen, by his side. West's illustrious career included being an NBA champion in 1972, NBA Finals MVP in 1969, a 14-time NBA All-Star, a 12-time All-NBA Team member, and a 5-time All-Defensive Team member. He also earned a place on the NBA Anniversary teams for the 35th, 50th, and 75th anniversaries and was an eight-time NBA champion as an executive. His contributions to the sport as both a player and an executive have left an indelible mark on basketball history.