BREAKING NEWS: NBA Legend Jerry West Passes Away
Los Angeles Lakers Icon Dies at 82
Longtime Player, Coach, and Executive Remembered
Jerry West, the legendary basketball player, coach, and executive who spent nearly nine decades in the NBA, has passed away at the age of 82. West, known as "Mr. Clutch" for his clutch shots in big games, played 14 seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers, helping lead them to seven NBA championships.
After retiring as a player, West became a successful coach and general manager for the Lakers, where he drafted numerous Hall of Famers. Under his leadership, the Lakers won six more championships.
West's impact on the NBA was profound. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as a player in 1980 and as an executive in 2010. His silhouette is used as the logo for the NBA.
West's passing is a significant loss for the basketball community and will be deeply felt by fans and players alike.
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