Legendary Knicks center Red died at the age of 80 (file photo, Associated Press)

[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] Knicks legendary center Willis Reed led the team to win two championship gold cups in team history. Reed passed away today at the age of 80.

"Captain of New York" Reid has stayed with the Knicks for 10 years, averaging 18.7 points, 12.9 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game in his career.

Reid won the rookie king in 1965 and became the first rookie king in history who was not born in the first round. He was the MVP of the regular season in 1970, was selected to the All-Star Game 7 times, and was selected to the top 3 teams of the year 5 times. In 1982, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Reid helped the Knicks win championships in 1970 and 1973, and won FMVP twice.

It is worth mentioning that Reid won the All-Star Game MVP, the Annual MVP and the Championship MVP in 1970, becoming the first player in history to create the "MVP Grand Slam".

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Reed's No. 19 jersey is also the first player in the history of the Knicks to have a retired back number. After retiring, he served as the head coach of the Knicks for more than a year, then transferred to Creighton University to coach for 4 years, and then worked in the management of the Nets. Worked for more than ten years, served as general manager and vice president of basketball operations.

From 1985 to 1987, he served as an assistant coach of the Eagles.

Reed passed away at the age of 80. The Nicks issued a statement today: "The Knicks are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved captain Reed. While mourning, we will always maintain the unparalleled leadership and sacrifice he left behind. His spirit and work ethic made him a champion of champions and his legacy will live on forever."

Legendary Knicks center Red passed away at the age of 80 (file photo, USA TODAY)

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