A biographer for Jerry West explores the life and career of the Hall of Famer
WVVA – SALEM, VA Jerry West, a native of West Virginia, is one of the greatest NBA players ever covered in a book written by Roland Lazenby, a Bluefield native.
“Jerry West: The Life and Legend of a Basketball Icon” was released by Lazenby in 2010.
According to Lazenby, “He was the competitive standard, so he was the logo.” “Jerry West is right in the centre of a discussion over who the best Laker is, along with some really exceptional people. Jerry did more than most to further that franchise.
