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   Bill Russell. 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]

   • Playing career: 1956–1969
   • NBA draft: 1956: 1st round, 2nd overall pick

   • College: San Francisco (1953–1956)

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3. www.nytimes.com › bill-russell-deadBill Russell, Who Transformed Pro Basketball, Dies at 88

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   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...

4. www.nba.com › news › celtics-legend-11-time-nbaCeltics legend, 11-time NBA champion Bill Russell dies at 88

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   Aug 1, 2022 · Bill Russell, stalwart of the Boston Celtics’ dynasty of the 1950s and 60s, the only NBA player to win 11 championships and the league’s first Black head coach, died on Sunday. He was 88. His...

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     "If y'all wasn't so damn boring, I wouldn't be sleeping here" - When Bill Russell obliterated his players after dozing off in practice

     Frustration peaked when Bill actually dozed off during a practice session. Instead of expressing concern, the Boston Celtics legend turned the tables, criticizing the players for their lackluster display, which he deemed was so lifeless that it did not motivate him to remain awake and observe their game.

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     "It was one of the most helpful things they could've done" - Bill Russell scoffed at NCAA rule change that was supposed to slow him down

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     On this day: Russell, Jones retire; '69 banner; 76ers confetti game

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     On this day: IT goes for 53, Coach Russell hangs first banner; beat 76ers in '81 ECF

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7. www.nba.com › news › nba-legend-bill-russell-dies-at-88NBA legend Bill Russell dies at 88 | NBA.com

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   Jul 31, 2022 · BOSTON (AP) — Bill Russell, the NBA great who anchored a Boston Celtics dynasty that won 11 championships in 13 years — the last two as the first Black head coach in any major U.S. sport — and...

8. www.cnn.com › 2022/07/31 › sportBill Russell: NBA legend and civil rights activist Bill ... - CNN

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   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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   What does Bill Russell mean?

   • For other people named Bill Russell, see Bill Russell (disambiguation). 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.

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   How old was Bill Russell when he died?

   • The Boston Globe. Archived from the original on June 16, 2022. Retrieved April 2, 2022. ^ a b "NBA Encyclopedia, Playoff Edition". NBA Media Ventures. Archived from the original on May 6, 2016. Retrieved April 16, 2017. ^ a b c Goldstein, Richard (July 31, 2022). "Bill Russell, Who Transformed Pro Basketball, Dies at 88". The New York Times.

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   How did Bill Russell impact the NBA?

   • The Hawks extended the series to seven games, but Russell dominated Game 7, contributing 22 points and 35 rebounds as the Celtics won, 122-103, and notched their second consecutive championship. Bill Russell had a pioneering impact on the NBA and the game at large.

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   Who was William Felton Russell?

   • 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.

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10. www.theguardian.com › sport › 2022Bill Russell, NBA superstar and civil rights activist, dies ...

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    Jul 31, 2022 · Associated Press. Sun 31 Jul 2022 14.59 EDT. Bill Russell, the NBA great who anchored a Boston Celtics dynasty that won 11 championships in 13 years – the last two as the first Black head coach...

11. www.nba.com › news › history-nba-legend-bill-russellLegends profile: Bill Russell | NBA.com

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    Sep 13, 2021 · Bill Russell is an 11-time NBA champion, and 12-time All-Star and is perhaps the game's greatest champion. Russell averaged 20.7 points and 20.3 rebounds in his three-year varsity career. By...