The Seattle SuperSonics family said goodbye to a legend on Thursday morning. On X, the team announced the passing of Gus “The Wizard” Williams, whom the team referred to as a “legend + champion.” Williams helped lead the SuperSonics to its only NBA championship back in 1979 and remained an icon of the franchise.

Gus Williams, the legendary point guard who led the Seattle SuperSonics to their only NBA championship in 1979, has passed away at the age of 71. Known as “The Wizard” for his incredible ability, he made a significant impact on the game.

Gus Williams, who died this week aged 71, was first drafted by the Warriors in 1975 and went on to become a runner-up for Rookie of the Year.

Former NBA champion and Seattle SuperSonics legend sadly passes away at 71, leaving behind a lasting legacy in basketball history.

NBA champion Gus Williams, who played for 11 years and led the Seattle SuperSonics to their only championship in 1979, died on Wednesday at age 71. The Washington Wizards, who Williams played for in the final year of his career, shared the news on social media.

Gus Williams, an NBA champion and two-time All-Star, has died. He was 71. He was living in a care facility in Baltimore at the time of his death, according to the Seattle Times. The newspaper also reported that Williams suffered a stroke in 2020.

Seattle SuperSonics great Gus Williams, who led the team to its only NBA Championship in 1979, has died. He was 71.

Former NBA point guard Gus Williams, who helped bring the only championship to the SuperSonics in 1979, died Wednesday at the age of 71, according to the Seattle Times. A cause of death was not revealed for the Mount Vernon,