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Who is the greatest Boston Celtics player in the Olympics of all time?

We'll give you a clue -- this one goes to 11.

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Bill Russell’s Boston Celtics were anything but slow and unskilled — and we have the proof

See what the golden era of the Celtics looked like under the leadership of Bill Russell.

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Bill Russell secures Celtics first banner with the NBA’s first chase down block

It was a historic moment on multiple levels.

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Celtics legend Bill Russell explains how to stop Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s skyhook

The Boston icon spilled his secrets in this clip.

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Former President Barack Obama honors Bill Russell’s 2nd Hall of Fame induction

Obama, a basketball fanatic himself, took time to honor the Celtics icon.

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Honoring the career of Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell for his Hall of Fame induction as a coach

Russell is one of only a handful of people to enter the hall as both a player and a coach.

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Bill Russell Interview – Bill plays the word association game on the Dick Cavett show

Check out Bill Russell's appearance on the popular "Dick Cavett Show."

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Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell talks Lexington player strike for civil rights

The Celtics legend tells the story of how the Black players of the Celtics sat out a game after being refused service at the hotel cafe.

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Celtics legend Bill Russell hits series-winning shot over Wilt Chamberlain (1964)

A late save by the Boston legend kept Chamberlain and his Warriors at bay for the title.

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Boston legends Red Auerbach, Bill Russell and Bob Ryan on Celtics mystique

The trio discussed just what that term means for the storied franchise and its fans in this historic clip.

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Boston’s Bill Russell, civil rights icon – full Library of Congress interview

Watch this extensive interview for the Library of Congress on Celtics legend Bill Russell's work fighting for civil rights.

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The Celtics Define Greatness in Any Era

Following in the Converse-clad footsteps of 1956 SI cover subject Bob Cousy, Boston’s Jayson Tatum led the Celtics to their 18th NBA title, making them the most successful team of the magazine’s seven decades.

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Bill Russell: Black coach of the Boston Celtics during the civil rights era

Now a two-time Hall of Famer, watch this clip to get a feel for Russell as a coach in Boston's heyday.

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Revisiting an interview with Boston’s Bill Russell ahead of his second Hall of Fame induction

For his second induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame, we revisit an interview with Bill Russell on his storied career.

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Legendary Boston big man Robert Parish on iconic Celtics coach K.C. Jones

Chief sees Jones as a role model for a variety of reasons.

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Why did former 3-star recruit Keon Coleman say that Kobe Bryant was the best player in NBA history?

Keon Coleman has a bold take on the best player in NBA history.

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Should the City of Boston rename Logan Airport after Bill Russell?

Should the City of Boston rename Logan Airport in Bill Russell's honor?

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How Does NBA Finals MVP Voting Work? Winners & History

Breaking down the NBA Finals MVP voting process and history as the championship series kicks off.

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Bill Walton dies: Tributes pour in for beloved basketball legend

One of the most beloved figures in basketball history has died. The NBA confirmed on Monday that Bill Walton died at the age of 71 following "a prolonged battle with cancer." Walton spent half a century as a fixture in the basketball world, crafting ...

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NBA players have always got abuse from fans. But is it getting worse?

Dealing with slurs is nothing new for basketball stars. But some believe harassment has become more severe in the age of smartphones and social media

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On this day: Sam Jones’ jersey retired; Cs 1st team to win 60 games; Clyde Lovellette passes

On this day in Celtics history, Boston honored Sam Jones, won 60 games in a season for the first time, and lost Clyde Lovellette.

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Every Boston Celtics All-Star for each season the game was played

Every single Boston Celtics All-Star in franchise history.

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Embiid's Injury Shifts NBA MVP Race to Favor Jokic

Get the latest update on the NBA MVP race as injuries shake up the competition. Find out who is leading the pack and aiming for their third MVP title.

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On this day: Bill Russell, Scot Pollard born; Bob McAdoo trade

On this day in Celtics history, iconic big man Bill Russell was born, as was center Scott Pollard on a day the team traded for Bob McAdoo.

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On this day: Russell’s 51 boards; Hondo’s last ASG, Pierce’s last at the Garden

On this day in Celtics history, Bill Russell nabbed a career-high 51 rebounds, Hondo played his last All-Star game, and Pierce played his first and last games in the Garden.

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