Los Angeles Lakers Send Heartfelt Message To Jerry West

On Wednesday, West would have turned 87.

One person who wished him a happy birthday was the Los Angeles Lakers.

Via The Lakers: "Remembering the legendary Jerry West on his birthday "

West spent all 14 seasons of his NBA career with the Lakers.

His career averages were 27.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 2.6 steals per contest while shooting 47.4% from the field in 932 games.

Via Ballislife.com: "HBD Mr. Clutch aka The Logo!

The late, great Jerry West is the only player to ever win NBA Finals MVP on a losing team. He's also 1 of 7 players with scoring & assist titles. Of those 7, he & LeBron are the only ones to make an All-Defensive 1st team."

West also spent three seasons as a head coach for the Lakers.

He then transitioned into a very successful executive career with the Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies (and others).

Via Bleacher Report: "Basketball icon.

Champ
Finals MVP
14x All-Star (every year)
9 Finals
Highest series PPG (46.3)
Scoring title
Assist title
12x All-NBA
5x All-Defense
2x Exec of the Year
8 rings as exec
Helped build Warriors dynasty"

West also had an incredible college career at West Virginia.

Via NCAA March Madness:

"2x First Team All-American
1959 Final Four MOP
2x SoCon Player of the Year
No. 44 retired by West Virginia
2006 College Basketball HOF Inductee

A true pioneer of the game."