John Wooden saluted at UCLA tribute

Legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden was remembered by friends and former players Saturday at a tribute at Pauley Pavilion.

"His greatness was exceeded only by his goodness," sportscaster Dick Enberg said.

Wooden died June 4. He was 99.

Here is David Wharton's story from Saturday's tribute and the news obituary.

--Keith Thursby

Photo: The basketball court at Pauley Pavilion is named after John Wooden and his late wife, Nell. Credit: Brian van der Brug/Los Angeles Times