This Wednesday, the Las Vegas Raiders mourned the passing of a legend. There have been several devastating deaths of NFL superstars in recent years, including former head coach John Madden and Raiders owner Al Davis. However, the sports world is mourning the loss of an NBA legend, who died Wednesday morning.
The Las Vegas Raiders are mourning an NBA legend.
Jerry West, former Los Angeles Lakers great, died at the age of 86. While West is best known for his outstanding performance on the court, he is also the face of the classic NBA logo, which has been used for several years. West was also a personal friend of Mark Davis, the current owner of Las Vegas, who paid tribute to him on social media.
Jerry West, a basketball star, died today, and the Raiders family is mourning. West, a Hall of Fame player before becoming a great builder on the hardwood, is a globally recognized personality in basketball and sports.
Known as “Mr. Clutch” and “The Logo,” he was an All-Star in each of his 14 seasons and was regarded as one of the NBA’s best defenders in addition to his attacking abilities.
West, a close friend of Al Davis and later of current Raiders owner Mark Davis, won an incredible nine championship rings throughout his time on the court and in the front office. The Raider Nation’s thoughts and prayers are with Karen West and her entire family at this time.
The sports world reacts to Jerry West’s death.
West averaged 27 points per game, with 6.7 assists and a 47.4 field goal percentage. He played for the Lakers from 1961 until 1974, averaging more than 20 points per game in every season except his debut. As the news spread, everyone’s thoughts and prayers were shared on social media.
Jerry West is responsible for the existence of “Showtime”. You have helped shape who I am now. You believed in me when no one else did, and for that, I am always thankful. You’ll always be my “Basketball Dad”. I adore you, Logo, and my heart is broken. You will be missed.twitter.com/Gv1y3wfB5G
Jerry West, the iconic creator of The Logo, has passed away.
It was amazing to be able to spot him courtside everytime I went to Clippers games. Watching his interviews, his presence and knowledge were palpable.
Enjoy the wide beyond. pic.twitter.com/HXqCwnM3xS
— lolwtferic (@lolwtferic), June 12, 2024
The Rams are devastated by the death of Jerry West, a basketball and Los Angeles great. Our heartfelt condolences are with the West family and friends. https://t.co/KNeGi0YxfQ
— Los Angeles Rams (@RamsNFL), June 12, 2024.
Jerry West will always be regarded as one of the most accomplished figures in American sports history.
Since the 1950s, he has been a pioneering player, visionary executive, and role model for subsequent generations. pic.twitter.com/c5iT5dR5ny
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny), June 12, 2024.
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