Who is the silhouette of the person that appears in the logo of the NBA?

The silhouette that appears in the famous NBA logo belongs to Michael Jordan but Jerry West. West out in the 60s and 70s Los Angeles Lakers. Along with Oscar Robertson NBA won the gold medal at the Rome Olympics in 1960. It was included in the Hall of Fame in 1980. His 14 seasons with the Lakers earned him the nickname "Mr. Clutch" for his ability to throw the moments of greatest pressure. An average of 27 points per game in his career and was inducted into the ideal defensive team four times.