JAKARTA - NBA legend Bill planar died at the age of 71, Monday, May 27, 2024, local time, after battling cancer.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver released a statement regarding the death of the iconic player.
"Billikom is truly a unique person. As a Hall of Fame player, he re-defined the position center," the statement read.
This unique skill became the dominant power at UCLA and brought it to the regular season of the NBA and MVP Finals, two NBA championships, and one place in the 50th and 75th NBA Anniversary Teams.
Bill then translated his enthusiasm and love for this sport into the media world, aka as a commentator.
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He made a mindful and colorful comment that entertained generations of basketball fans.
"As a member of the NBA family who has been loved for 50 years, Bill will be greatly missed by everyone who knows and loves him," wrote Adam Silver.
UR played 10 seasons in the NBA on his way to the Hall of Fame. He spent time with Portland Trailblazers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Boston Celtics.
The NBA title comes with Trailblazers and Celtics. In addition to MVP and trophies,hrony led the league in the block and rebounded in 1977, and won the Sixth Best Player in 1986.
URd moved to sports media after retiring from the NBA in 1990. He spent time commentators for CBS, NBC, ABC, and ESPN.
atus juga menghabiskan waktu sebagai commentator untuk Los Angeles Clippers dan Sacramento Kings.
Sports media isn't the only thing you're trying to do. He also auditioned for the role ofEWbacca in Star Wars.
He has the appropriate height for the role. However, in the end, he was never considered.
"I auditioned for Chewbacca and they said, 'No, but we're going to imitate your character',"āprosedur said some time ago.
atus memang muncul dalam satu film, memiliki peran kecil di film Ghostbusters tahun 1984.
This Hall of Fame player became an icon on and off the field. Respect flows for him on social media.
"It's a very sad news. Bill plan is one of the most interesting, interesting and basketball lovers I've ever met covering this game. He will be very, very, very missed," said NBA reporter Marc Stein.
"Rest in peace, Bill plan, one of the true figures, who somehow brings joy and creativity to basketball just like anyone else," wrote the founder of The Ringer, Bill Simmons.
"The man traveled happily across the cosmos. Thank you for your life," SportsCenter host Scott Van Pelt.
"RIP to a legend. Prayer and love for everyone Bill loves," said ESPN broadcaster Ryan Ruocco.
"When you think of the people who define authenticity, Bill status is the right word. He is someone who shines in basketball and is good to everyone he meets," wrote Fox Sports broadcaster John Fanta.
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