DONALD ‘Slick’ Watts, member of the SuperSonics and later turned a instructor and coach, has died aged 73.

The sports activities legend’s son, additionally known as Donald who performed for Washington, introduced his dad’s tragic passing on social media.

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The heartbroken son stated: “You probably did a lot for thus many people.

“It was an honor name you pops.”

Watts had reportedly been ill after struggling a stroke in 2021.

The sports activities legend was signed by coach Invoice Russell to play for the Sonics in 1973 as an undrafted rookie.

He was with Seattle for much less that 5 years, however turned a fixture recognized for his broad smile, bald head and crooked headbands.

Watts led the league in steals within the 1975-76 season.

He later performed for the New Orleans Jazz and the Houston Rockets however made Seattle his dwelling following his profession and regularly attended Sonics occasions, in addition to Washington and Seattle Storm video games.

The Storm posted to social media: “We’re saddened by the passing of Sonics icon Slick Watts.

“Slick was a champion for the Storm and a beloved member of the Seattle neighborhood.”

From Rolling Fork, Mississippi, Watts starred at Grand View Junior Faculty and Xavier of Louisiana earlier than getting into the NBA.

In his later years Watts taught bodily training within the Seattle Faculty District and ran a basketball academy together with his son.

He was named to the Sonics’ fortieth anniversary group.

Tributes have poured in for the late star since his passing was introduced.

Former NBA middle Eldridge Recasner wrote on X: “Slick Watts was my man.

“He was at all times good to me and one of many coolest cats you could possibly ever meet.”

And former NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas stated: “RIP to the legend Slick Watts.”

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