Salem author discusses impact of NBA legend and silhouette Ian Price June 12, 2024 1 min read Hall of Fame Lakers guard and NBA logo inspiration – Jerry West – has passed away at age 86. A local author who is known for writing books on NBA players including West discussed his passing, as WFIR’s Ian Price reports. Share: Post navigation Previous: Feeding SWVA gears up for Summer Food Services programNext: Virginia Children’s Theatre presents Legally Blonde Jr. Related Stories 1 min read Franklin gets Beamer’s “blessing” before taking VT coaching job Web Staff November 21, 2025 0 2 min read Roanoke City Police partner with US Marshals Service for warrant operation Clark Palmer November 21, 2025 0 1 min read Bedford to dedicate new Vietnam veterans memorial Saturday Web Staff November 21, 2025 0