Nate Thurmond, a 14-year NBA veteran who played 11 seasons with the San Francisco and Golden State Warriors, died Saturday at the age of 74.
NBA.com confirmed Thurmond's death, noting he was recently diagnosed with leukemia.
The Warriors offered their condolences on Twitter:
Warriors owner Joe Lacob was among the many people who issued a statement to NBA.com about Thurmond's impact on the franchise and league:
Nate represented this franchise with class, dignity and humility as both a player and community relations ambassador for over 40 years. Without a doubt, he is one of the most beloved figures to ever wear a Warriors uniform and both a Hall of Fame player and Hall of Fame person, hence his No. 42 jersey hanging from the rafters at Oracle Arena. On behalf of the entire Warriors organization, our thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family, including his wife, Marci. We'll miss his presence in his customary seats at our games next season, but his legacy will live forever.
The NBA provided a statement from commissioner Adam Silver:
Jerry West, who works with the Warr ...
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Warriors Legend Nate Thurmond Dies at 74
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