NBA legend Connie “The Hawk” Hawkins died Friday, according to the Phoenix Suns, who posted a tribute to the power forward known for his massive hands, scoop shots and football-like passes. Hawkins was 75.
“‘The Hawk’ revolutionized the game and remains to this day an icon of the sport and one of basketball’s great innovators,” the Suns tweeted. “His unique combination of size, grace and athleticism was well ahead of its time and his signature style of play is now a hallmark of the modern game.”
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