NBA Legend and Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens Passes Away at 88
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Lenny Wilkens, a legendary NBA player and coach, has passed away at 88. He was a Hall of Famer known for his playing career with multiple All-Star selections and for coaching the Seattle SuperSonics to their only NBA title in 1979. Wilkens also coached several teams, including the Knicks, and set the record for most wins as a head coach before being surpassed. His contributions to basketball extended beyond the court, and he was recognized as one of the greatest in the sport's history.
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