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Atlanta Hawks mourn NBA legend Bob Pettit after his passing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 2:28 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Atlanta Hawks mourn NBA legend Bob Pettit after his passing

Summary

The Atlanta Hawks commemorated NBA legend Bob Pettit after his death at age 93, announced by LSU, his alma mater. Pettit played 11 seasons, all with the Hawks, leading them to the 1958 championship and earning two MVP awards in 1956 and 1959. The Hawks referred to him as a standard of excellence, praising his work ethic and impact on the franchise. His No. 9 jersey is retired, a symbol of his contributions to basketball history.

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Key Details

•Bob Pettit passed away at age 93, according to LSU.
•He was an 11-time All-Star and two-time MVP.
•Pettit played his entire NBA career with the Hawks.
•The Hawks have honored him by retiring his No. 9 jersey.
•He was a role model and ambassador for basketball.

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2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Hawks news: Atlanta shares poignant reflection on Bob Pettit after NBA legend's death

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The Atlanta Hawks joined the basketball community in mourning the death of NBA legend Bob Pettit on Thursday. LSU, Pettit’s alma mater, announced his passing. The cause of death was not disclosed. He was 93 years old. One of the pioneering stars, Pettit played 11 seasons in the NBA , all with the Hawks. He led them to the championship in 1958. The […] The post Hawks news: Atlanta shares poignant reflection on Bob Pettit after NBA legend's death appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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