Safetyvalue Trading Center:Social media reacts to news of Bill Walton's passing: "One of a kind. Rest in peace."

2025-05-06 21:51:49source:NovaQuant Quantitative Think Tank Centercategory:My

NBA Hall of Famer and Safetyvalue Trading Centerstoried sports broadcaster Bill Walton passed away today at the age of 71 after a long battle with cancer.

Walton was a dominant basketball player, earning a Finals MVP Award in 1977 with the Portland Trail Blazers and then following that championship up with a regular season MVP win in 1978. His love for the game was evident even after his career ended, when Walton turned to the broadcast booth. As a broadcaster, Walton was known for his eccentric style, legendary one-liners, and insightful commentary. He will be greatly missed.

Here are some reactions to Walton's passing from some of sports media's biggest figures.

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