"He made me proud to be a Celtic" - Bill Russell gave Larry Bird the ultimate praise after 1987 Finals loss vs. Lakers

After winning three titles in the 80s, Boston lost to the Lakers in the 1987 NBA Finals, but Bird received the ultimate ...
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Bill Russell's legacy in Boston: Why he's the most important Celtic ever

Here's a breakdown of Bill Russell's career, showcasing how he became one of the world's most important figures in sports and ...

Jayson Tatum Discusses Celtics Legacy in Video, Says He'd Have Statue if He Was on Grizzlies

Heavy is the head that wears the crown, and no team in NBA history has as many crowns as the 18-time champion Boston Celtics.
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Celtics-Knicks rivalry explained: The Garden battles that built the NBA's edge

Here's a breakdown of the Celtics-Knicks rivalry, from the classic battles to the matchups between current superstars.
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Bill Russell is first-ever NBA player to have number retired by league

The National Basketball Association is set to retire Boston Celtics great Bill Russell's number, marking the first time the league has retired a player's number. The move was announced jointly by the ...
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NBA mourns as Bill Russell dies at 88

11-time NBA champion Bill Russell has passed away at the age of 88. Russell was an 11-time NBA champion, Five-time MVP, Two-time NCAA champion and Olympic Gold Medalist. Russell was the first Black ...