NBA legend Willis Reed dies at 80

The Hall of Famer and two-time champ played for the New York Knicks and is well known for playing in game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals while injured.
0:50 | 03/22/23

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Transcript for NBA legend Willis Reed dies at 80
- This morning, we are celebrating the life and career of Hall of Famer, two-time NBA champ, and New York Knicks legend, Willis Reed. He famously limped onto the court while injured for game 7 of the NBA Finals in 1970, something you will never forget, the New York Knicks writing an emotional tribute for their captain, describing his, quote, "unmatched leadership, sacrifice, and work ethic that personified him as a champion among champions," the team also writing that his is a legacy that will live on forever. And boy, do I agree with that. I wasn't even born in 1970, the year before I was born. But it's such an iconic thing. You've seen it once-- - How he came out of the tunnel? - Yes. And led them to victory, such a legendary figure, and just not Knicks history, but all of basketball. - You said that well. Yes.

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