Last Monday, the world of sports came across the disheartening news of the demise of NBA legend Bill Walton at the age of 71. The news caused a giant stir not just in the basketball world but across several other sports mourning for the loss of the NBA Hall of Famer.
Many renowned names from the NFL also paid their respects and expressed a jolt of emotions upon receiving the disheartening news. The New York Jets star quarterback Aaron Rodgers penned down a special and emotional note on social media in honor of the iconic NBA legend– with whom he shared a good bond.
Rodgers in an Instagram post, shared a black and white picture with Walton, mourning his loss.
Crushed to hear the news this [morning] of the passing of my friend Bill Walton.
Aaron Rodgers wrote
Bill was larger than life, with huge heart and inspiring presence. He impacted every person that he met with a smile, anecdote, word of wisdom, or maybe just a fist bump. I’m grateful to have gotten to know Bill over the years and to call him a friend.
Aaron Rodgers added
After a Hall of Fame career in the NBA, winning two NBA championships along with All-Star and All-NBA honors; Walton joined the world of broadcasting where he became a fan favorite for his unique style.
NFL stars paying respect to Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton
In addition to Rodgers, many other NFL star players went on their social media handles to pay their respects to Walton. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ newly signed Russell Wilson also wrote a heartfelt note on Instagram.
He shared a post by ESPN confirming the passing of a basketball Hall of Famer on his Instagram story.
Amazing man. Sad day.
wrote Russell Wilson with a praying hands emoji-Advertisement-
Bill Walton (Via jang.com)Moreover, the Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes, who recently expressed his support for his favorite NBA team, the Dallas Mavericks for their 3-0 series lead in the semi-finals of the NBA championship, also paid his respect in a post shared on X, writing, “Legend! RIP.”
Hall of Famer Bill Walton has passed away at 71 after a prolonged battle with cancer. RIP.
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 27, 2024
Walton’s legacy extended way beyond the basketball court and the kind of respect he is receiving from all across the world of sports is an embodiment of that.
