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American basketball player (1942–2023)
Willis Reed Jr. (June 25, 1942 – March 21, 2023) was an American professional basketball player, coach, and general manager. He spent his entire ten-year
Willis_Reed
National Basketball Association team in New York City
season) as of the end of the 2025–26 season NBA MVP Willis Reed – 1970 NBA Finals MVP Willis Reed – 1970, 1973 Jalen Brunson – 2026 NBA Eastern Conference
New_York_Knicks
Division of the National Basketball Association
Southwest Division champion has received the Willis Reed Trophy, named after Hall of Famer Willis Reed, who notably never played for or coached for a
Southwest_Division_(NBA)
1970 basketball championship series
greatest Game 7 in Finals history, featuring a return from injury for Willis Reed. Reed's most famous performance took place on May 8, 1970, in Game 7 played
1970_NBA_Finals
National Basketball Association award
is the only person to win the award while being on the losing team. Willis Reed, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Larry Bird, Hakeem Olajuwon, Kobe Bryant, Kawhi
NBA Finals Most Valuable Player
NBA_Finals_Most_Valuable_Player
Archived from the original on August 17, 2011. Retrieved May 17, 2008. "Gutsy Reed Rallies Knicks in Game 7". NBA.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. Archived
List_of_NBA_champions
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
comes Willis, and the crowd is going wild'". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved August 25, 2026. "Top NBA Finals moments: Hobbled Willis Reed inspires
1969–70 New York Knicks season
1969–70_New_York_Knicks_season
Postseason tournament
Division champion Los Angeles Lakers 4 games to 3 in the NBA Finals. Willis Reed was named NBA Finals MVP. It was the first NBA title for the Knicks in
1970_NBA_playoffs
1973 basketball championship series
winning Game 1 and the Knicks taking the next four games. Knicks center Willis Reed was named as the NBA Finals MVP. The Knicks' next championship win would
1973_NBA_Finals
American basketball player (born 1998)
loss to the Toronto Raptors, and became the first Knicks rookie since Willis Reed in 1965 to record 19 points and 21 rebounds in a game. On April 9, he
Mitchell_Robinson
careers with the Knicks. Boryla, Braun, Harry Gallatin, Dick McGuire, Willis Reed and Williams formerly played for the Knicks. Note: Statistics are correct
List of New York Knicks head coaches
List_of_New_York_Knicks_head_coaches
Men's college basketball team
prior to Willis Reed's first season. Reed was unable to sign any of the blue-chips, including Ron Kellogg and Dave Hoppen. It did not help that Reed was breaking
Creighton Bluejays men's basketball
Creighton_Bluejays_men's_basketball
24th NBA season
club in the league. They had a solid team of players led by star center Willis Reed and rising star guard Walt Frazier. Dave DeBusschere, who had been acquired
1969–70_NBA_season
Top 76 NBA players in the history of the NBA
Walt Frazier, Karl Malone, Earl Monroe, Steve Nash, Scottie Pippen, Willis Reed, Bill Russell, Russell Westbrook, and Lenny Wilkens. Nate Archibald,
NBA_75th_Anniversary_Team
National Basketball Association honor
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
All-NBA_Team
1972 basketball championship series
Celtics to win the Eastern Conference finals. Lakers win series 4–1 Willis Reed was out with a knee injury, but his replacement, Jerry Lucas, scored
1972_NBA_Finals
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
six games. Willis Reed scored a team-best 21.1 points per game for the Knicks; Walt Frazier led the team with 7.9 assists per game and Reed averaged 14
1968–69 New York Knicks season
1968–69_New_York_Knicks_season
"Scottie Pippen Stats". Basketball Reference. Retrieved August 28, 2009. "Willis Reed Stats". Basketball Reference. Retrieved August 28, 2009. "Oscar Robertson
50 Greatest Players in NBA History
50_Greatest_Players_in_NBA_History
American actor and comedian (born 1970)
championship-winning New York Knicks led by Earl Monroe, Walt Frazier, and Willis Reed. Rapaport hosts the I Am Rapaport Stereo Podcast with childhood friend
Michael_Rapaport
American athlete (1940–2003)
He received two votes. DeBusschere, along with future Hall of Famers Willis Reed, Bill Bradley and Walt Frazier, became an NBA champion when the Knicks
Dave_DeBusschere
National Basketball Association award
Wilt Chamberlain (1960), Bill Russell (1963), Oscar Robertson (1964), Willis Reed (1970), Dave Cowens (1973), Michael Jordan (1988, 1996, 1998), Magic
NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player
NBA_All-Star_Game_Most_Valuable_Player
American college basketball coach (born 1959)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
John_Calipari
National Basketball Association award
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA_Most_Valuable_Player
National Basketball Association award
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA_Rookie_of_the_Year
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
that played at least one game in the league. x – clinched playoff spot Willis Reed, All-NBA Second Team Cazzie Russell, NBA All-Rookie Team 1st Team The
1966–67 New York Knicks season
1966–67_New_York_Knicks_season
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
DeBusschere, Walt "Clyde" Frazier, Jerry Lucas, Earl "The Pearl" Monroe, Willis Reed, future U.S. Senator Bill Bradley, and future Hall of Fame coach Phil
1972–73 New York Knicks season
1972–73_New_York_Knicks_season
American basketball coach (born 1970)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Mike Brown (basketball, born 1970)
Mike_Brown_(basketball,_born_1970)
British model (born 1976)
March 8, 2023. Retrieved March 19, 2023. Reed, Sam (January 29, 2018). "Emma Heming Willis, Wife of Bruce Willis, Signs With The Lions Model Management"
Emma_Heming_Willis
American basketball player (1939–2013)
Retrieved August 18, 2026. "Willis Reed". The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Retrieved August 18, 2026. "Legends profile: Willis Reed". NBA.com. Retrieved
Walt_Bellamy
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
division title y – clinched division title x – clinched playoff spot Willis Reed, All-NBA Second Team Walt Frazier, All-NBA Second Team Dave DeBusschere
1970–71 New York Knicks season
1970–71_New_York_Knicks_season
American basketball player (born 1996)
history to score at least 30 points in his NBA Finals debut, joining Willis Reed. In Game 2, Brunson recorded 20 points, five rebounds, six assists, and
Jalen_Brunson
Raffel, 96, restaurateur and businessman, co-founder of Arby's (b. 1926) Willis Reed, 80, Hall of Fame basketball player (New York Knicks) and coach (New
2023 deaths in the United States (January–March)
2023_deaths_in_the_United_States_(January–March)
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
York lost its opening round series to the 76ers, four games to two. Willis Reed scored 20.6 points per game and had 13.2 rebounds per game, leading the
1967–68 New York Knicks season
1967–68_New_York_Knicks_season
Basketball player selection
Texas Western College was selected first overall by the New York Knicks. Willis Reed from Grambling College, who went on to win the Rookie of the Year Award
1964_NBA_draft
North America basketball championship series
Game 7 featured an injured Willis Reed returning to action for the Knicks and inspiring his team to victory, though Reed scored only 4 points. The following
NBA_Finals
American basketball player, coach, and executive (born 1945)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Pat_Riley
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
19th season in the NBA. x – clinched playoff spot Willis Reed, NBA Rookie of the Year Award Willis Reed, NBA All-Rookie Team 1st Team Jim Barnes, NBA All-Rookie
1964–65 New York Knicks season
1964–65_New_York_Knicks_season
Spanish basketball coach (born 1982)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Jordi_Fernández
Basketball position
Conference and NBA Finals, including two losses in the NBA Finals to Willis Reed and the New York Knicks in 1970 and 1973. He also won seven scoring titles
Center_(basketball)
American basketball player and coach (1920–1998)
team's head coach for the most part until 1982. Holzman's former player, Willis Reed, replaced him as Knicks head coach in 1977, but Holzman returned near
Red_Holzman
American basketball player, coach and executive (born 1958)
Schaffel (1983–1986) Bob MacKinnon (1986–1987) Harry Weltman (1987–1990) Willis Reed (1990–1996) John Calipari (1996–1999) John Nash (1999–2000) Rod Thorn
Kiki_VanDeWeghe
Archived from the original on August 5, 2011. Retrieved April 21, 2012. "Willis Reed Bio". National Basketball Association. Turner Sports Interactive. Archived
List of New York Knicks seasons
List_of_New_York_Knicks_seasons
American actor (born 1954)
Reed Birney (born September 11, 1954) is an American actor. Birney is known for his performances on stage and screen often acting on and off Broadway.
Reed_Birney
American basketball player (born 1945)
of both Frazier and star teammate Willis Reed. However, in game five, Reed suffered a painful leg injury. With Reed out, chances of the Knicks winning
Walt_Frazier
American basketball player (born 1982)
Stoudemire was injured during the playoffs. In game 3, Stoudemire attempted a Willis Reed-like comeback by playing in the game despite a bad back. In the first
Amar'e_Stoudemire
Name list
Willis is a masculine given name which may refer to the following people: Willis Ball, American architect Willis Barnstone (born 1927), American poet and
Willis_(given_name)
American basketball player and coach (born 1963)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Jeff_Hornacek
American basketball player (1953–2015)
minutes and 5.7 points per game. However, in the 77–78 season Knicks coach Willis Reed became frustrated with Burden's lack of defensive play, and sent him
Luther_Burden
American basketball player (born 1949)
featured Walt Frazier, Earl Monroe and Bill Bradley, but no longer had Willis Reed or Dave DeBusschere from the 1973 championship team; and even with Haywood
Spencer_Haywood
American basketball player and coach
(1977–78) was Beard's final full season in the NBA; now under head coach Willis Reed. He appeared in 79 games, averaging 25.1 minutes, 9.4 points, 4.3 assists
Butch_Beard
American basketball coach (born 1967)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Kenny_Atkinson
Season of National Basketball Association team the New York Knicks
in Los Angeles, the Knicks lost the next four games and the series. Willis Reed only played 11 games in the regular season and missed the entirety of
1971–72 New York Knicks season
1971–72_New_York_Knicks_season
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
List_of_NBA_awards
American basketball coach (1930–2009)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Chuck_Daly
American actress
action-drama Catch .44, alongside Bruce Willis, Forest Whitaker and Malin Akerman. In November 2010, it was announced that Reed would star with Hayden Panettiere
Nikki_Reed
American basketball player and coach (born 1958)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Kurt_Rambis
American basketball player (born 1963)
and appeared in a 30 for 30 documentary about "Phi Slama Jama", Both Willis Reed and Orlando Woolridge were his cousins. 1987-88 CBA Official Guide and
Benny_Anders
American basketball player (born 1961)
Hoosier. Archived from the original on May 10, 2020. Retrieved May 6, 2020. Reed, William F. (April 6, 1981). "There's No Doubting Thomas". Sports Illustrated
Isiah_Thomas
Basketball competition
games to 1 in the NBA Finals. The Knicks won their second NBA title. Willis Reed became the first player to be named NBA Finals MVP twice. The playoff
1973_NBA_playoffs
Archived from the original on May 16, 2017. Retrieved November 22, 2008. "Willis Reed Coaching Record". basketball-reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Archived
List of Brooklyn Nets head coaches
List_of_Brooklyn_Nets_head_coaches
Postseason tournament
Bullets 116 Scoring by quarter: 38–32, 24–28, 25–31, 32–25 Pts: Willis Reed 35 Rebs: Willis Reed 19 Asts: Walt Frazier 17 Pts: Kevin Loughery 29 Rebs: Wes Unseld
1969_NBA_playoffs
American basketball player (1936–1999)
played against the New York Knicks, which included future Hall-of-Famers Willis Reed, Dave DeBusschere, Bill Bradley, and Walt Frazier. Having lost lateral
Wilt_Chamberlain
(September 19, 1974). "Reed Retires as Player for the Knicks; No Decision Made on Post With Club; Career Record of Willis Reed. Reed Quit As Player For Knicks"
History of the New York Knicks
History_of_the_New_York_Knicks
by Bruce Willis "Bruce Willis". Golden Globe Awards. Archived from the original on October 21, 2020. Retrieved June 21, 2021. "Bruce Willis". Emmys.com
Bruce_Willis_filmography
Town in Louisiana, United States
today. Nearby was the childhood home of New York Knicks basketball great Willis Reed. The original town, as laid out by Henderson, has recently been designated
Bernice,_Louisiana
American basketball coach and former player
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Larry_Brown_(basketball)
American basketball player and executive (1938–2024)
Lakers and the rugged New York Knicks, led by Hall-of-Famers such as Willis Reed, Dave DeBusschere, Bill Bradley, and Walt Frazier. The Lakers and Knicks
Jerry_West
American attorney and sports agent
established American stars, including Bill Bradley, John Havlicek, Bob Lanier, Willis Reed, and Jerry West, and, in an effort to promote basketball globally, would
Larry_Fleisher
American basketball player and coach (born 1973)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Jason_Kidd
American basketball coach (born 1958)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Tom_Thibodeau
American basketball coach (born 1952)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Rick_Pitino
21st NBA season
beat an improving New York Knickerbockers club led by third-year star Willis Reed three to one also. The Boston–Philadelphia matchup was set again for
1966–67_NBA_season
American casual shoe brand
available in a high or low top. Pro-Keds were worn by NBA stars including Willis Reed, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Nate "Tiny" Archibald, JoJo White, Bob Love, Lou
Keds
Hagan Statistics". basketball-reference.com. Retrieved June 5, 2011. "Willis Reed Statistics". basketball-reference.com. Retrieved June 5, 2011. Mann,
List of NBA players who have spent their entire career with one franchise
List_of_NBA_players_who_have_spent_their_entire_career_with_one_franchise
National Basketball Association honor
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA_All-Rookie_Team
American baseball player and coach (1927–2015)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Bob_MacKinnon
American basketball player and coach (born 1961)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Byron_Scott
Exhibition basketball game
Nationals in 1961. The Eastern All-Stars beat the Western All-Stars 142–135. Willis Reed of the New York Knicks was named the Most Valuable Player after scoring
1970_NBA_All-Star_Game
Canadian basketball player and coach (born 1974)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Steve_Nash
American basketball player (born 1995)
in their first game back against their former team. Towns also joined Willis Reed as the only Knicks with a 30/20 game on 80% shooting. For his play in
Karl-Anthony_Towns
British songwriter
vibraphone. He studied at the London College of Music before joining the Willis Reed Group, with whom he toured for four years. Having been called up for
Les_Reed_(songwriter)
American basketball coach and executive (born 1970)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Lawrence_Frank
National Basketball Association award
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA Defensive Player of the Year
NBA_Defensive_Player_of_the_Year
American PA announcer and boxing promoter (1914–1989)
torn muscle, NBA legend Willis Reed entered to cheers, and Condon introduced him with, "At center. Number 19. Captain. Willis Reed." The crowd roared for
John_F.X._Condon
19th NBA season
Most Valuable Player: Bill Russell, Boston Celtics Rookie of the Year: Willis Reed, New York Knicks Coach of the Year: Red Auerbach, Boston Celtics All-NBA
1964–65_NBA_season
National Basketball Association honor
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA_All-Defensive_Team
Postseason tournament
Maravich 23 Rebs: Bill Bridges 13 Asts: Hazzard, Maravich 5 each Pts: Bill Bradley 25 Rebs: Willis Reed 22 Asts: Bill Bradley 4 New York leads series, 1–0
1971_NBA_playoffs
American basketball player (born 1972)
named head coach in the off-season, and John Nash replaced Willis Reed as general manager. Reed had been a big believer in Bradley, but Calipari and Nash
Shawn_Bradley
American professional basketball coach (born 1974)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
David_Fizdale
American basketball player and coach (born 1974)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Derek_Fisher
American basketball player (born 1944)
along with future Hall of Fame teammates Bill Bradley, Jerry Lucas and Willis Reed, Dave DeBusschere and Phil Jackson. After a 57–25 regular season, in
Earl_Monroe
American basketball player, coach, and executive
He later became the team's general manager. In that role, he drafted Willis Reed and traded for Dave DeBusschere, two moves leading up to the Knicks winning
Eddie_Donovan
National Basketball Association award
Championship Trophy Bob Cousy Trophy Maurice Podoloff Trophy Wayne Embry Trophy Willis Reed Trophy Chuck Cooper Trophy Walter A. Brown Trophy (defunct) Oscar Robertson
NBA_Sixth_Man_of_the_Year
American basketball player (born 1951)
In 1977–78, the Knicks, finished 43–39 under new Coach, Hall of Famer Willis Reed, as McAdoo averaged 26.5 points, 12.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 1.6 blocks
Bob_McAdoo
19 63 .232 — Dave Wohl Bob MacKinnon Willis Reed 1988–89 NBA Eastern 11th Atlantic 5th 26 56 .317 — Willis Reed 1989–90 NBA Eastern 13th Atlantic 6th
List_of_Brooklyn_Nets_seasons
American basketball player and coach (1940–2026)
Harry Gallatin (1965) Dick McGuire (1965–1967) Red Holzman (1967–1977) Willis Reed (1977–1978) Red Holzman (1978–1982) Hubie Brown (1982–1986) Bob Hill
Don_Nelson
American basketball player and coach (born 1965)
Stan Albeck (1983–1985) Dave Wohl (1985–1987) Bob MacKinnon (1987–1988) Willis Reed (1988–1989) Bill Fitch (1989–1992) Chuck Daly (1992–1994) Butch Beard
Avery_Johnson
2023 American television program
Lamont Dozier Roger E. Mosley Bill Russell Koko Da Doll Otis Redding III Willis Reed Bobby Caldwell Ahmad Jamal Brandon Smiley Gordy Harmon Fred White Wayne
BET_Awards_2023
Public university in Grambling, Louisiana, U.S.
chemist, educator, and academic administrator; Fulbright Scholar in 1966 Willis Reed, former professional basketball player, NBA Hall of Famer, member of
Grambling_State_University
Museum in Kansas City, Missouri
David Thompson 2011: Bob Knight, James Worthy 2012: Clyde Lovellette, Willis Reed, Earl Monroe 2013: Elvin Hayes 2023: Mike Krzyzewski USBWA Hall of Fame
National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
National_Collegiate_Basketball_Hall_of_Fame
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