The NBA world is in mourning after the passing of legendary three-time Hall of Famer Lenny Wilkens , who died Sunday at the age of 88, surrounded by loved ones. Often revered as the Godfather of Seattle , Wilkens wasn’t just the architect behind the city’s lone NBA championship in 1979, his influence stretched far beyond one team or era.

From his days as a player-coach with the Cavaliers to his decades-long impact on the game, Wilkens embodied class, intellect, and leadership. And now, one Cavaliers legend has stepped forward to give the icon his well-deserved flowers.

LeBron James took to social media to pay his respects, sharing a heartfelt throwback from 2022, a moment of the two smiling together on the court. Alongside the photo, LeBron wrote, “ RIP LEGEND!!!!! 🕊️🕊️🕊️🤎

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