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William Felton Russell (February 12, 1934 – July 31, 2022) was an American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1956 to 1969. He was the centerpiece of the Celtics dynasty that won 11 NBA championships during his 13-year career. [3]
- 1956–1969
- 1956: 1st round, 2nd overall pick
- San Francisco (1953–1956)
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Bill Russell, the Hall of Fame center who led the Boston Celtics to 11 championships in 13 seasons. Find out about his early life, Olympic gold medal, civil rights activism and personal life.
Jul 31, 2022 · Bill Russell, Celtics Center Who Transformed Pro Basketball, Dies at 88 - The New York Times. Bill Russell, Who Transformed Pro Basketball, Dies at 88. A Hall of Famer who led the Celtics...
Sep 13, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Bill Russell, a Hall of Famer who led the Boston Celtics to 11 championships and revolutionized NBA defense. Read about his college and Olympic achievements, his trade to Boston, his rivalry with Wilt Chamberlain and his legacy.
Jul 31, 2022 · The 11-time champion and Boston Celtics star passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, his family announced. Russell was a dominant center, a defensive innovator, a team leader and a social justice advocate who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Jul 31, 2022 · The Celtics icon, Hall of Famer and 11-time NBA champion passed away peacefully with his wife by his side. He was a pioneer and a leader in sports, civil rights and social justice, and received the Medal of Freedom from President Obama.
Jul 31, 2022 · CNN. NBA legend Bill Russell, an 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics and the first Black head coach in the league, passed away “peacefully” Sunday, according to a family statement ...
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