In 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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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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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 …
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NBA World Pays Tributes To Bill Russell Bill Russell, one of the greatest NBA players in history died Sunday at age 88. Russell was an 11-time NBA champion (1957, 1959–1966, 1968, 1969), 5- …