Here is a post from Lebron James sharing the Portland Trailblazers video honoring Walton.
REST IN PARADISE BIG RED ❤️🙏🏾🫡 https://t.co/yekD9AGdJl
— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 29, 2024
Shaquille O'Neal on the NBA on TNT gave his respect and thoughts on Walton and what he meant to him and other big men who played in the NBA.
"We definitely lost one of the Four Fathers of The Big Man Alliance."
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) May 29, 2024
Shaq pays his respects to Bill Walton pic.twitter.com/SxuPuZuKkz
Comedian and entertainer Frank Caliendo gave his thoughts on how kind and thoughtful Walton was to him during a Pac-12 game broadcast.
This is one of my favorite moments .. With Bill Walton and Dave Pasch at the ASU/Oregon game a few years back. Bill couldn’t have been more gracious… he wanted me to stay and do the rest of the game. Dave wanted to schedule an appointment with a therapist. pic.twitter.com/iaAgkJ5m5Y
— Frank Caliendo (@FrankCaliendo) May 28, 2024
Another former UCLA and NBA great Reggie Miller shared on NBA on TNT his admiration and respect for the late Walton.
.@ReggieMillerTNT shares some moments of how his bond with Bill Walton started at UCLA 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/PtRYa1ZiLN
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) May 29, 2024
The UCLA Gymnastics team shared a video showing how much Walton appreciated and supported UCLA athletic programs.
Rest in peace to UCLA legend Bill Walton. We will always remember him for the joy he brought to everything in life! 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/Vzjmn86NOT
— UCLA Gymnastics (@uclagymnastics) May 27, 2024
Mike Breen who is the lead announcer for many NBA games on ABC and ESPN shares a heart warming story on Walton.
Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle pays his respect by sharing a personal story about Walton.
ESPN commentator Jay Bilas gave his thoughts on the legacy of Walton.
ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski reflected on the life of Walton.
Another UCLA basketball great and former NBA legend gives his thoughts on what Walton meant to him.
Today I had to say goodbye to
— Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (@kaj33) May 27, 2024
a great friend that I will always miss….@UCLAAthletics @UCLAMBB @NBA pic.twitter.com/JIA3sORJgY
Bill Walton's life was a testament to his many talents, perseverance, and a genuine love for the game and life. His legacy extends well beyond the basketball courts, making him a truly unforgettable figure.