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[Earvin Magic Johnson @MagicJohnson]

I met Jerry West for the first time in 1979 at the Forum where he introduced me to Bill Sharman, Chick Hearn, and then Laker owner Jack Kent Cooke. My father, agent and I negotiated over lunch then Jerry took me to the locker room to show me my Lakers jersey. I started to cry and Jerry explained to me the expectation of wearing the purple and gold, how he saw my role, and how he envisioned me fitting into the organization. I’ll never forget that moment.

When training camp began, he gave me so many golden nuggets and really critiqued every facet of my game. After every practice he would give me notes on how I could get better and those sessions carried over to the regular season. Once a week we went over what I needed to improve and how I could dominate in the league. Those meetings meant everything to me because I learned so much from him.

We had a basketball camp in Hawaii called the Jerry West Magic Johnson Fantasy Camp for 20 years. At the camp we shared every meal together and that’s when we really bonded and solidified our great friendship outside of the Lakers. Jerry West was more than a general manager, he was a great friend and confidante. He was there in my highest moments, winning 5 NBA Championships, and in my lowest moment when I announced my HIV diagnosis and we cried together for hours in his office.

Every time I achieved a goal or crossed a milestone, one of the first calls I received was from Jerry West. When I started my business, was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame, was named Lakers President of Basketball Operations – he would always pick up the phone and give me a personalized call to congratulate me. 

Beyond his basketball accolades as a basketball player and NBA executive, Jerry West was a great man, a leader of men, fiercely loved his family and friends, and despite holding jobs with other franchises, he was a Lakers fan for life. Laker Nation, the only reason we have 17 NBA championships is because of Jerry West and his expertise drafting players, trading for players, and hiring the right coaches. Today is a sad day for basketball fans and sports fans across the globe.

Cookie and I are just devastated and continue to lift up his beautiful wife Karen; sons David, Mark, Michael, Ryan and Jonnie, extended family, and loved ones in prayer.

[Cory Arsenault @CoryArsenault]

Make it 4 in a row on home ice for @IslandersHKY
16 year old Marcus Kearsey with a pile of Newfoundlanders in the stands for the spud, puts on a show and leads the Isles to huge 5-4 Shoot out victory over the streaking Moose. These two back at it tmr 7pm.

[Gord Follett Photography @gord_follett]

Look at the multitude of colours on the Humber River. The reflections were amazing. While shooting someone was on the river for an evening row. A serene place! #newfoundland

[Peter Antle (he/him) @peterantle]

New Credit Surcharge to be Applied Before Taxes | VOCM https://t.co/8Z3wND3gcO

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

#Isles News: The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Alexander Romanov to a three-year contract!

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

#Isles News: The New York Islanders have signed forward Kieffer Bellows to a one-year contract!

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

#Isles News: The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Noah Dobson to a three-year contract!

[Shannon Hogan @Shannon_Hogan]

Islanders News: President and General Manager Lou Lamoriello announced today that John Gruden and Jim Hiller have been relieved of their duties as Assistant Coach. #isles #NhL

[Hockey Night in Canada @hockeynight]

"The most dangerous play in hockey," said head coach Jared Bednar

Kadri will be out for at least the rest of the series after this hit from Evander Kane

[Hockey Night in Canada @hockeynight]

BREAKING 🚨

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

WATCH IT AND TRY NOT TO SCREAM.

[Danny Dumaresque @dannydumaresque]

Very happy to welcome Myles’ Grocerteria, 390 O’Connell Drive, Corner Brook, NL as a carrier of our scallops and salmon products. Bon appétit!
#Local #NLseafood

[MLB Network @MLBNetwork]

The finalists for this year's most talked-about race!

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

this is 🔥

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

🚨🚨🚨

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

It’s all in the details 👀

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

No. Sleep. Til. Belmont.

Our plane banner flew high in the sky over the Hamptons yesterday as we propel closer to welcoming you all to @UBSArena this November! ! ✈️☀️

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

1 year ago today, the #Isles eliminated the Philadelphia Flyers in the Second Round with a 4-0 win in Game 7.

📰: https://t.co/84KQUjQMWW

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

Long weekend mood.

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

they're back.