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

Gus "The Wizard" Williams, a former Seattle Supersonics player who led the team to its only NBA championship in 1979, has died at age 71.

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, the legendary point guard and Seattle SuperSonics star, has passed away at 71. Renowned for his skillful play and NBA Championship victory in 1979, Williams' life was marked by a commitment to privacy and family,

Gus Williams, the dynamic, score-first point guard who was named to two All-Star Games and earned the nickname “Wizard,” died Wednesday.