Jerry West

2024 - 6 - 13

The Legacy of Jerry West: Basketball Icon and NBA Logo Inspiration

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Discover the life and impact of Jerry West, the basketball legend behind the NBA logo who has left a lasting legacy in the basketball world.

Jerry West, the basketball icon known for his role in shaping the NBA as both a player and a general manager, recently passed away at the age of 86. Not only was West a Lakers legend and Hall of Famer, but he was also the player whose silhouette became the iconic NBA logo, even though the league has never officially confirmed it. His impact on the basketball world was immense, and his legacy will never be forgotten.

West's influence extended beyond his playing days. As a general manager, he assembled the elite team of the Showtime Lakers, a roster that included legendary players like Kurt Rambis, Byron Scott, Michael Cooper, and Magic Johnson. These players fondly remembered West for his role in shaping their careers and the success of the Lakers during that era.

Jerry West's connection with other basketball greats like Kobe Bryant was also notable. The match between West and Bryant was evident, with Bryant acknowledging West's greatness and impact on the Lakers franchise. Their relationship symbolized the continuity of excellence within the Lakers organization.

The passing of Jerry West marks the end of an era in basketball. As the inspiration behind the NBA logo, a basketball Olympic champion, and a key figure in the success of the Lakers, West will forever be remembered as a basketball legend who transcended the sport.

Lakers legend and hall of famer Jerry West dies at 86 (NPR)

Jerry West is the player whose silhouette is depicted in the NBA's logo -- although the league has never officially confirmed that.

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There Will Never Be Another Jerry West (WVU Athletics)

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Yesterday began like any typical sunny, lazy day in the summertime.

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Showtime Lakers remember Jerry West, who assembled the elite team (Los Angeles Times)

Kurt Rambis, Byron Scott, Michael Cooper and Magic Johnson praised Jerry West, the general manager who added them to the Showtime Lakers roster.

Analysis: Jerry West and Kobe Bryant were a match from Day 1, and ... (WTOP)

It was during the NBA Finals in 2010. Kobe Bryant was asked a question about whether he thought he was the greatest Los Angeles Laker ever.

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Basketball Olympic champion and NBA logo inspiration Jerry West ... (Olympics)

The USA basketball icon, Olympic champion, and the inspiration for the NBA logo, has passed away at the age of 86.

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The Sports Report: Farewell, Jerry West (Los Angeles Times)

Jerry West built the Lakers into an institution as a player. He constructed the Lakers' greatness as a general manager.

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The Showtime Lakers remember Jerry West, the man who ... (Yahoo Sports)

Kurt Rambis, Byron Scott, Michael Cooper and Magic Johnson praised Jerry West, the general manager who added them to the Showtime Lakers roster.

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Jerry West and the Burden of Being the Logo (The Ringer)

Mr. Clutch was such a defining figure in NBA history the league made him its symbol, but the Hall of Famer could never escape the pressure that came with ...

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My charmed, tormented life with Jerry West (The Washington Post)

My charmed, tormented life with Jerry West. “Winning Time,” the HBO series based on my book, exaggerated him — brilliantly and inaccurately. By Jeff Pearlman. June 13, 2024 at 1:01 p.m. EDT. A video tribute to Jerry West plays before Game 3 of the 2024 ...

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Basketball Hall of Famer and former Laker great Jerry West dies at 86 (13newsnow.com WVEC)

Jerry West watches warm ups prior to an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020. (AP Photo/Kelvin Kuo). Author: 13newsnow.com.

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Jerry West deserved more from the Lakers. Team should have ... (USA TODAY)

For the storied franchise with so much success and great relationships with players, the fracture with Jerry West was sad. And now he's gone.

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Jerry West took on a challenge with the Clippers. Here's what I ... (The Athletic)

Jerry West sat near the LA Clippers' bench during home games. The three-time Basketball Hall of Famer wasn't there every night, but I made it a point to ...

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Jerry West, One of Basketball's Greatest Players, Dies at 86 (The New York Times)

He was a sharpshooting, high-scoring Hall of Fame guard for the Lakers and later an executive with the team. His image became the N.B.A.'s logo.

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Mid-Ohio Valley residents, West Virginia officials remember Jerry ... (Shelley Moore Capito)

“I got a lump in my throat and my heart swelled up,” said former Williamstown girls basketball coach Fred Sauro, who retired in April after 54 years coaching, ...

EDITORIAL: Jerry West Never Forgot His Roots | U.S. Senator ... (Shelley Moore Capito)

Since 1975, the “Pride of West Virginia” moniker has been bestowed upon the West Virginia University Marching Band. But the true pride of our beloved state ...

Remembering Jerry West (Beckley Register-Herald)

It is with sadness that the life of Jerry West comes to an end. But I want to reflect on my experience by observing him on the West Virginia campus.

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