Michael Jordan Paid Sweet Tribute to Jerry West After NBA Legend’s Death

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ESPN's Stephen A. Smith read aloud a text from the NBA Hall of Famer live on 'First Take.'

Tributes have been pouring in since the news was announced on Wednesday morning, but one from fellow NBA Hall of Famer Michael Jordan painted a beautiful picture of his friendship with West."I am so deeply saddened at the news of Jerry's passing. He was truly a friend and a mentor. Like an older brother to me," Jordan wrote. "I valued his friendship and knowledge.

"I am so deeply saddened at the news of Jerry's passing. He was truly a friend and a mentor. Like an older brother to me. ... Rest in Peace, Logo."West played in the NBA for the Los Angeles Lakers for 14 years, averaging 27.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.7 assists per game. West helped the Lakers win one NBA title, and he was also a 14-time All-Star and named to 12 All-NBA teams along with five All-Defense teams.

West later coached the Lakers for a few seasons, and then became a scout and later the general manager. He served as the Memphis Grizzlies' general manager from 2002–07 after retiring from the Lakers in 2000. In 2011, he became an executive board member for the Golden State Warriors. He'd been consulting for the Clippers since the 2017 season.

 

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