Jerry West meant so much to the NBA from his days as a player to what he did as a member of multiple front offices.
And as the world mourns the death of the legend on Wednesday, we’re all reminded of the fact that it was his silhouette that was used on the NBA logo since 1969.
If you’re wondering where the logo came from, in terms of the pic that inspired it? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve seen photos that might be the inspiration shared a bunch on social media, and they’re just perfect.
Here you are:
RIP Jerry West. This photo of West by former @Lakers photographer Wen Roberts was said to be the inspiration for the @NBA logo. pic.twitter.com/THX0Pn82AH
— Patrick Witty (@patrickwitty) June 12, 2024
This is the photo of Jerry West that inspired the NBA logo pic.twitter.com/tjiK90RNSy
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) June 12, 2024
