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 …

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Apr 2, 2014 · Hailed as the greatest winner in sports, Basketball Hall of Fame center Bill Russell led the Boston Celtics to an unprecedented 11 championships in 13 seasons.

Apr 14, 2025 · Bill Russell, American basketball player who was the first outstanding defensive center in the history of the National Basketball Association and one of the sport’s greatest …

Sep 13, 2021 · A five-time NBA MVP and a 12-time All-Star, Bill Russell was the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics’ dynasty of the 1960s.

Jul 31, 2022 · Legends profile: Bill Russell. A five-time NBA MVP and a 12-time All-Star, Bill Russell was the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics’ dynasty of the 1960s.

Feb 14, 2025 · Bill Russell was a Hall of Fame basketball player, married three times, with three children, and an NBA champion known for his impact and legacy.

Jul 31, 2022 · Russell, who propelled the Celtics to 11 N.B.A. championships, the final two when he became the first Black head coach in a major American sports league, died on Sunday. He …

Bill was a champion unlike any other in the history of team sports - an 11-time NBA champion, including winning eight consecutive titles, a five-time MVP, an Olympic Gold Medalist and the …

Jul 31, 2022 · Hailed as the greatest team player on the greatest team of all time, Bill Russell led the Boston Celtics in the longest championship streak in U.S. sports history.