Latest News About When Did Jerry West Die

Updated 2026-04-26 04:03

Jerry West died on June 11, 2024, at age 86. His death was announced by the LA Clippers and widely reported by major outlets at the time.

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NBA all-time great Jerry West dies at age 86 - ABC News

West was the third player in NBA history to reach 25,000 points, was an All-Star every year of his career and led the Los Angeles Lakers to the NBA Finals nine times, winning one title, in 1971-72. He also was a 12-time All-NBA selection, an NBA Finals MVP as part of a losing team in 1969 -- the first year that award was given out and still the only time it went to a player on the losing squad -- and part of the NBA's 75th anniversary team. … "I valued my friendship with Jerry and the...

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