NBA legend Jerry West, known as 'The Logo' for his silhouette being used in the NBA's iconic logo, has died at the age of 86.
The details surrounding his death have not been made known.
West previously played for the Los Angeles Lakers and worked as an executive for the Clippers. In a statement, Clippers said: "Jerry West, the personification of basketball excellence and a friend to all who knew him, passed away peacefully this morning at the age of 86. His wife, Karen, was by his side."
West had a storied career with the Los Angeles Lakers, beginning in 1960 as the second overall pick in the NBA draft. He rapidly emerged as a standout player, averaging 17.6 points per game as a rookie and 30.8 points in his second season. Throughout his entire career as a player, he scored 27 points per game and became the first NBA Finals MVP in history with 1972's championship.
He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history and the greatest shooting guard before Michael Jordan.
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