National Basketball Association

Former, current players react to Moses Malone's passing

Updated Mar. 4, 2020 9:00 p.m. ET

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The NBA world was quick to respond in the wake of reports that Moses Malone, one of the NBA's all-time greats, had passed Sunday at the age of 60.

The news came on the heels of another Philadelphia 76ers icon, Darryl Dawkins, dying just over two weeks ago.

Malone's list of accolades is long and distinguished, but here are a few highlights:

* He was the first high school player to jump straight to the pros.

* He averaged a double-double over 20 NBA seasons.

* He won three MVPs and made a dozen All-Star teams.

* In 1983, his first year in Philly, he not only won the MVP -- he led the 76ers to an NBA championship and was named Finals MVP.

Here's a look at what people are saying:

R.I.P. to Rockets legend Moses Malone. You will be missed. #LegacyOfBigs pic.twitter.com/edUtmZbEjU
— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) September 13, 2015

Another one of the game's legends gone too soon. A champion & one of the elite players of his time. RIP Moses Malone. pic.twitter.com/hWdeMgANl2
— Scottie Pippen (@ScottiePippen) September 13, 2015

#RIP Moses Malone, all my prayers to family.
— Isiah Thomas (@iamisiahthomas) September 13, 2015

My heart saddens once more, Moses Malone passes away at 60, way too soon.. Thoughts n prayer to the family.. #FoFoFo pic.twitter.com/I7nK2VCY3f
— Reggie Miller (@ReggieMillerTNT) September 13, 2015

Just saw Moses Malone yesterday- he's gone today. Thank you Mo for making me smile & laugh as you have so many. #RIP pic.twitter.com/bssFgygHoj
— dawnstaley (@dawnstaley) September 13, 2015

Sad learning Moses Malone passed/had a fab relationship with him that started when I recruited him in HS RIP BIG GUY http://t.co/9XiWz1WYkD
— Dick Vitale (@DickieV) September 13, 2015

Sixers statement on passing of Moses Malone. pic.twitter.com/nRQCA2QppQ
— Marc J. Spears (@SpearsNBAYahoo) September 13, 2015

Moses Malone was one of the most gentle & humble GIANTS of the game I have ever known. We are praying for his family. pic.twitter.com/B0PUI6GGgG
— Buzz Williams (@TeamCoachBuzz) September 13, 2015