Gus Williams, the legendary point guard who led the Seattle SuperSonics to their only NBA championship in 1979, has passed away at the age of 71. Known as “The Wizard” for his incredible ability, he made a significant impact on the game.

Gus "The Wizard" Williams, a former Seattle Supersonics player who led the team to its only NBA championship in 1979, has died at age 71.

Gus Williams, the dynamic, score-first point guard who was named to two All-Star Games and earned the nickname “Wizard,” died Wednesday.

A legendary NBA star has died at 71 years old on Wednesday evening. Gus Williams, one of the best players in Seattle SuperSonics history, died on Wednesday. He was 71 years old. Williams reportedly died after his body "broke down" over the past couple of days.