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Former Chicago Bulls legend Chet Walker has died at the age of 84
According to NBA.com, former Chicago Bulls player Chet Walker recently died after a protracted illness.
Walker died on June 8 at the age of 84.
The Bulls released a press release regarding Walker’s death.
“We are deeply saddened by the death of Chet Walker, a legendary figure in our team’s history. An inductee into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Chet left an indelible mark on the court and in the hearts of fans. During his six seasons with the Bulls, from 1969 to 1975, the team never missed the playoffs. He was a seven-time NBA All-Star and an inaugural member of the Chicago Bulls Ring of Honor. His skill, dedication and contributions to the game have made a lasting impact on basketball and the city of Chicago.”
We are deeply saddened by the death of Chet Walker, a legendary figure in our band’s history.
An inductee into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Chet left an indelible mark on the court and in the hearts of fans. During his six seasons with the Bulls from 1969 to 1975… pic.twitter.com/NKK2x7N6cu
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) June 9, 2024
Walker is one of the franchise’s all-time leaders in scoring, free throws, field goals made and attempted, total points and scoring average. Outside of Michael Jordan, Walker scored the most points (56) in a Bulls game. He won the 1976 NBA Championship playing alongside Wilt Chamberlain once they each played for the Philadelphia 76ers. He played on seven All-Star teams, 4 teams, while twiddling with the Bulls for five seasons.
He attended Bradley University, where he became the school’s all-time leading scorer when he earned the nickname “Chet the Jet.”
Walker was drafted by the Syracuse Nationals in 1962. He moved with the team when the team was purchased, and in 1963 he moved to Philadelphia to change into the 76ers. He played with them until 1969, when he joined the Chicago Bulls. He played in the team until 1975. On September 7, 2012, he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Earlier this yr, he was included in the inaugural Chicago Ring of Honor, which included Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman and Phil Jackson.