The basketball world is reeling from the death of the iconic Jerry West on Wednesday, and many are still reacting to the news, including the legendary Michael Jordan.
“I am so deeply saddened at the news of Jerry’s passing,” Jordan said in a statement. “He was truly a friend and a mentor. Like an older brother to me. I valued his friendship and knowledge. I always wished I could’ve played against him as a competitor, but the more I came to know him, I wish I had been his teammate. I admired his basketball insights, and he and I shared many similarities to how we approached the game. He will be forever missed. My condolences to his wife Karen and his sons. Rest in peace, Logo.”
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, NBA commissioner Adam Silver and Arkansas head coach John Calipari were also among those to react to West’s death on social media:
Will truly miss our convos my dear friend! My thoughts and prayers goes out to your wonderful family! Forever love Jerry! Rest in Paradise my guy! ???????????????
— LeBron James (@KingJames) June 12, 2024
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Jerry West. pic.twitter.com/8XspFQO3d0
— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) June 12, 2024
The passing of Jerry West was a shock. The LOGO impacted every aspect of our sport. As a player, evaluator of talent, a GM and as president of the Grizzlies. We spent time together there and I learned more of him then.
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