Bill Walton, a former NBA MVP who then became a legendary broadcaster, died Monday following a battle with cancer, the league announced.

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“Bill Walton was truly one of a kind,” NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement “… I treasured our close friendship, envied his boundless energy and admired the time he took with every person he encountered.”

Bill Walton, a former NBA MVP who then became a broadcaster, died Monday following a battle with cancer, the league announced.{ai:summary}<p>NBA legend Bill Walton, known for his MVP career and broadcasting, dies at 71 after battling cancer. Commissioner Silver praises his energy and warmth. #sports</p>

Bill Walton, legendary NBA player and broadcaster, dead at 71

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