Sports world reacts to passing of legendary basketball coach Bob Knight

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Hall of Fame basketball coach Bobby Knight, the sixth-winningest coach in Division I men’s college basketball history, died on Wednesday at the age of 83, his family said.

Knight, a polarizing figure due to his temper, was a three-time national champion as head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers and his first championship in 1976 he led the team to an undefeated season – a feat that has not been accomplished since.

As news of his death broke, many around the sports world chimed in with stories and how they’ll remember Knight.

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