Basketball Hall of Famer Chet Walker, known as 'The Jet,' has passed away at the age of 84 after battling illness.

Walker had a successful career with the Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls.

He overcame a difficult childhood in Mississippi to become a star player at Benton Harbor High School and Bradley University.

Walker was a key player in the Sixers' championship victory in 1967.

He later joined the Bulls, where he played a crucial role in their playoff success.

Off the court, Walker was involved in the players' lawsuit that led to free agency.

He went on to become a successful producer in Los Angeles.

Walker's career averages of 18.2 points and 7.1 rebounds per game over 13 seasons solidified his legacy as a basketball icon.

He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012 and the Bulls' Ring of Honor in 2023.

Walker will be remembered for his lasting impact on the NBA community and his advocacy for player rights.