The NBA logo, designed by new york graphic designer Allen Siegel, first appeared in the official NBA publicity materials of 1969.
The logo is a silhouette of a basketball player holding the ball sideways; The whole logo consists of three colors: red, white and blue, which is the same as MLB (Major League Baseball). Siegel explained that this is to "create a visual harmony between the symbols of the two alliances."
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1973-74 After the end of the season, Jerry West officially announced his retirement. 1983, Lakers retired West No.44 jersey. 1979, Jerry West was elected to the naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. From 65438 to 0996, Jerry West was selected as one of the top 50 NBA50 superstars.
After retiring, Jerry West coached the Los Angeles Lakers for three seasons at 1976-79, and then joined the management. During the Lakers' three consecutive championships, he played an important role in the team's trade for Kobe Bryant and O 'Neal. During the three years and two championships of Golden State Warriors, he opposed some worthless transactions. 20 17 joined the los Angeles clippers as a team consultant.
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