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(Basketball Player) Willis Reed Jr. was a prominent figure in American professional basketball, known for his tenure with the New York Knicks. A seven-time NBA All-Star and five-time All-NBA selection, Reed was a key player in the Knicks' two NBA championships in 1970 and 1973. He also served as a coach and later as a general manager for the New Jersey Nets, contributing to their success in reaching the NBA Finals in 2002 and 2003. Reed's impact on the sport was further recognized with his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.