NBA Mourns Passing of First MVP Bob Pettit at 93

Bob Pettit, a towering figure in basketball history and the inaugural recipient of the NBA's Most Valuable Player award, has passed away at the age of 93. Pettit, who led the St. Louis Hawks to the 1958 NBA championship, was a revolutionary player who set numerous records during his illustrious career.

Pettit retired as the league's all-time leading scorer and was the first player to surpass 20,000 career points. His dominance on the court and his pioneering achievements cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players of his era and a foundational star for the NBA.