NBA legend Jerry West dies at 86

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NBA legend and Hall of Famer Jerry West died on Wednesday at 86, the Los Angeles Clippers announced.

“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,” the Clippers said in a statement. “His wife, Karen, was by his side.”

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