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1951
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2025
Slick Watts Obituary
Slick Watts was a fan-favorite basketball player of the 1970s best known for his tenure with the Seattle SuperSonics, his skills on the court, and his distinctive headbands.
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(Photo: AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, File)
10 Entries
JK
April 24, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Sending condolences to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
Randall Boseman
April 16, 2025
Always a pleasure hanging out with you. Enjoying chairing the board for a while and engaging with the youth via the hardwood. Rest in power!
PeterB RIP Sicker!!
March 27, 2025
C W Williams
March 24, 2025
You will be missed my friend.
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Regenold George
March 20, 2025
God continue to comfort The Slick D.E Watts family, friends, neighbors & Super SuperSonics fans who I watched in my youth play for the NBA. I ENJOYED The Wonder's of Mr. Slick Watts he was one of a kind. Very amazing . Brother Don Earl I know your at peaceful rest & serenity. Farewell Friend.
Gerald S Huck
March 18, 2025
Actually got to meet you with my Uncle Charlie at Gary's Closet. Sonics weren't very good in those days. You were the bright spot. GSH
Chris
March 18, 2025
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Slick Watts. May the God who gives comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Pamela B
March 18, 2025
My condolences to his family. I was a bridesmaid at his wedding along with Rick Jones who sang for them. God speed.
Mr.Jr.
March 18, 2025
My Condolences.
RB
March 18, 2025
A great NBA ball player for the Seattle SuperSonics. He was a favorite of so many fans for years. Sincere condolences to the Watts family, God be with you all in your time of loss.
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