Legends profile: Jerry West | NBA.com
Jerry West's legendary career ended with him unquestionably among the sport's all-time greats.
www.nba.comJerry West’s height is commonly listed as 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm) in many profiles and bios, though over the years there have been occasional discussions about rounding or shoe-in measurements. The most consistently cited figure in reputable sources is 6'3" during his playing days with the Lakers, with shoes-on measurements sometimes appearing slightly differently in various fan and media reports. For the latest or most nuanced angle (e.g., official NBA bio vs. contemporary reporting), I can pull updated sources if you want me to search live.[1][3][9]
Key points to note
- Primary game-time listing: 6'3" (191 cm) for Jerry West.[1]
- Some fan discussions and older anecdotes mention different rounding practices or shoe measurements, but these are less authoritative.[4]
- Jerry West’s stature is part of his iconic profile alongside his achievements with the Lakers and his broader NBA legacy.[9]
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