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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.
\nHe was a reliable friend and teacher.\u201d Somewhat like an older brother.<\/p>\n
\u201cI valued his friendship and understanding.\u201d Although I always wanted to play against him, the more I got to know him, the more I wished I had been on his team.
\n\u201cHis basketball knowledge impressed me, and the way he and I played the game was a lot alike.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHis wife Karen and son will miss him forever. My condolences.\u201d Heaven\u2019s peace, Logo.\u201d
\nRegarding a video clip of the tribute, one fan said, \u201cWow, that\u2019s really nice of MJ.\u201d
\nIn my opinion, Jerry West was the best general manager ever. Unquestionably the GOAT GM. \u201cRest in peace, Jerry \u2018The Logo\u2019 West,\u201d explained someone else.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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