27 years ago today, on May 26, 1999, basketball royalty, celebrities, and admirers gathered at FleetCenter in Boston to pay homage to one of the greatest figures in sports history—Bill …
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Bill Russell Discussing Leadership Is Remarkably Amazing
by Len Werleby Len WerleToday would have been NBA legend Bill Russell’s 93rd birthday. Russell was undoubtedly one of the greatest player in NBA history. No one has one as many championships as him. …
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Bill Russell’s Gold Rush: From Melbourne Glory To The Celtics’ Historic Contract
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn 1956, the world watched in awe as Bill Russell, the towering force of the U.S. Basketball squad, led his team to Olympic gold in Melbourne, Australia. Little did the …
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59 Years Ago Today, Wilt Chamberlain’s New Contract Led To Bill Russell’s All-Time Petty, Yet Hilarious Move
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe late, great Bill Russell was undoubtedly one of the greatest players in NBA history. No one has won as many championships. Winning was part of his DNA. He was the …
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The Trade That Shaped A Dynasty: How The Celtics Landed Bill Russell
by Len Werleby Len WerleApril 30, 1956, 68 years ago today: A turning point in NBA history: In the spring of 1956, the Boston Celtics were at a crossroads. The franchise had tasted …
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Udonis Haslem Revealed Why He Yelled ‘F**k Bill Russell’ During Jersey Retirement
by Len Werleby Len WerleAs we reported previously, Bam Adebayo let slip that his former Udonis Haslem wasn’t a fan of everyone retiring Bill Russell’s jersey after the NBA legend’s death. Haslem even …
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Bam Adebayo Reveals Udonis Haslem’s Explicit Reaction To Bill Russell’s Retired Jersey In Miami: “F*ck Bill Russell”
Following the passing of Bill Russell in July, the NBA paid tribute to the legendary Boston Celtics big man by permanently retiring his No. 6 jersey league-wide. This gesture …
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Jerry West Heaps Massive Praise On Victor Wembanyama: “He Reminds Me Of A Bigger Bill Russell”
Victor Wembanyama was scooped up as the first overall pick in the recent 2023 NBA draft by the San Antonio Spurs. With his unique mix of size and skills, …
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Bill Russell Discussing Leadership Is Remarkably Amazing
by Len Werleby Len WerleToday would have been NBA legend Bill Russell’s 89th birthday. Russell was undoubtedly one of the greatest player in NBA history. No one has one as many championships as …
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NBA Denied Alex Caruso From Changing His Number To Honor Bill Russell Because His Jersey Is Too Popular
by Len Werleby Len WerleNBA Denied Alex Caruso From Changing His Number To Honor Bill Russell Because His Jersey Is Too Popular On July 31, Bill Russell, one of the greatest NBA players …