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Bill Walton, NBA star and basketball broadcaster, dies at 71

Bill Walton, NBA star and basketball broadcaster, has died at the age of 71 following a battle with cancer.

Silver's statement continued: "Bill then translated his infectious enthusiasm and love for the game to broadcasting, where he delivered insightful and colorful commentary which entertained generations of basketball fans. Walton was a massive fan of the Grateful Dead and even hosted his own satellite radio show, One More Saturday Night, dedicated to their music. Luke played for the Los Angeles Lakers and won two titles, making him and Walton the first-ever father and son pair to win multiple NBA championships.

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