Bill was one of the 4 best college players ever and was the best player on one of the best NBA teams of all-time (1974 Portland Blazers). But he missed more games than he played during his career, 680 and 488 respectively, due to a laundry list of injuries. He had 39 orthopedic surgeries. His chronically injured foot led him to file a malpractice suit against the Blazers for due to his dissatisfaction for the care. He needed XLIF (fusion) surgery for his back in 2009. Despite his missed opportunities in the NBA and chronic pain, he chose to live his life with joy as is apparent to anyone whose listened to his interviews or call a broadcast. RIP to a legend.