"But I felt good about Grambling." NBA Legend and HBCU Alum Willis Reed reflects on his time playing basketball for Grambling State University. | NBA

After leading his Grambling University team to three titles, Willis Reed was drafted by the Knicks in 1964, where he played his entire career. Known as an incredibly physical player with an amazing jump shot, he lead the team to two championships and, in 1970, was named MVP of the regular season, NBA Finals and All-Star game, making him the first player to ever win all three accolades in a single season. #BHM | NBA

"He's 2-for-2!" The Garden erupts as Willis Reed knocks down his first two shot attempts in Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals! 🏀 Watch Reed's return in one of NBA's most memorable games on #NBATogetherLive | NBA

"I think we see Willis coming out." One of the most memorable moments in Finals history... Willis Reed fought through injury to start Game 7 in the Knicks' NBA Finals-clinching win in 1970. | NBA

Before Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals, it was unknown if Willis Reed would play due to a right thigh injury. He then came out of the tunnel to help lead the Knicks to their 1st ever NBA Championship! #TeamDays | New York Knicks | NBA TV