Patrick Mahomes is a “sports guy” in ways that go beyond his stardom with the Kansas City Chiefs.
The world is learning about his passion for his home state’s Dallas Mavericks, revealing that he’s a hoops guy too.
Naturally, he’s mourning the loss of a legendary basketball icon, both on and off the court.
Bill Walton passed away on Monday, and Mahomes is in a reflective mood.
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“Legend! RIP ?,” Mahomes wrote on social media.
Walton is being remembered as a “one of a kind” figure with a “zest for life” as he passed away at the age of 71 after a long battle with cancer.
An icon as a college basketball player at UCLA, Walton won NBA championships with the Portland Trail Blazers and the Boston Celtics. He later became a colorful TV broadcaster.
Both teams posted the following statements on social media:
Bill Walton was one of the most consequential players of his era. A Hall of Famer, Most Valuable Player, and two-time NBA Champion, Walton could do it all, possessing great timing, complete vision of the floor, excellent fundamentals, and was of one of the greatest passing big men in league history. He derived great joy from basketball and music, and deeply cherished his moments with teammates and friends.
Trail Blazers Statement on passing of two-time NBA Champion and Hall of Famer, Bill Walton.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver highlighted Walton’s “zest for life,” noting,
“He was a regular presence at league events – always upbeat, smiling ear to ear, and looking to share his wisdom and warmth.” Silver added that Walton’s “unique all-around skills made him a dominant force at UCLA and led to an NBA regular-season and Finals MVP, two NBA championships, and a spot on the NBA’s 50th and 75th Anniversary Teams.”
Walton is survived by his wife, Lori, and his sons, Adam, Nate, Luke, and Chris.
Our thoughts are with his friends and family members at this time.
