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Jerry West, a 3-time Hall of Fame selection and the inspiration for the NBA logo, dies at 86
Basketball, Pro, Sports
June 13, 2024

Jerry West, a 3-time Hall of Fame selection and the inspiration for the NBA logo, dies at 86

By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer

The NBA has never confirmed the worst-kept secret in basketball, that Jerry West is the player whose silhouette is depicted in the league’s logo.

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