Michael Jordan paid tribute to Jerry West, a basketball legend, on First Take. It was announced earlier today that the man on the NBA logo died at the age of 86, with his wife around him. Numerous tributes have been sent to
West, who was a champion both on and off the court. Additionally, First Take reported on X that Jordan, 61, texted Stephen A. Smith while he was live to share his own words.
As MJ’s representative, Smith read, “I am so deeply saddened by the news of Jerry’s death.”
“His basketball knowledge impressed me, and the way he and I played the game was a lot alike. Read more below
