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Lord of the Rings: Bill Russell

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Not many athletes make the “greatest of all time” debate, but Bill Russell is not like many athletes. There is no player in history with more NBA World Championship titles than Russell’s 11. No Celtics player has won more NBA MVP awards than his five. And no player of his era perfected the defensive arts of shot blocking and rebounding quite like Russell. The stalwart center led the Celtics to an untouchable 1960s dynasty as both a player and coach, and also used his voice to speak on the important civil rights issues of the time. He is the heart of the franchise. Learn more about the exceptional Bill Russell here.

A Man of His Word
Smiling Red Auerbauch with his arms around smiling Bill Russell and John Havlicek.
Back on Top
Close-up image of Bill Russell holding his head and his hands while wearing seven visible NBA championship rings.
11th Time’s the Charm
Bill Russell in his white Celtics uniform smiling while holding a basketball under one arm with his other arm around the shoulder of a smiling Red Auerbach.
10,000 For Russell
White jersey with East in blue lettering and 6 in red lettering.
Russell Off the Bench
Bill Russell blocking Wilt Chamberlain as he tries to dunk with other players looking on.
Clash of the Titans
Back of green Celtics warm-up jacket with Russell written in gold.
Warmup With the Best
Shirtless Red Auerbach shaving a seated Bill Russell's face with Tommy Heinsohn standing nearby.
Shave It Off
Bill Russel smiling next to podium while smiling Barack Obama places medal around his neck.
Bill Russell, the Man
Bill Russell in white Celtics jersey posts like he's shooting basketball with one hand.
The Most Valuable Player
Bill Russell in suit speaks at podium with many microphones to a seated crowd.
Russell Takes the Stand
Video of Bill Russell on the court
Watch: The Master at Work
Autographed still of Bill Russell touching a large animal with shirtless Chuck Connors smiling next to them.
Drama Off the Court
Bill Russell leaps to grab basketball as Knicks defenders reach for the ball beside him.
That’s My Rebound
Video from the 1985-86 season
Watch: Bill Russell Goes to Work
Wide shot of Bill Russell laying up basketball above Philadelphia defenders including Wilt Chamberlain.
The Coach Scores on the MVP
Bill Russell in a suit sitting at a table next to Ellen Jackson and Rev. Virgil Wood with two microphones in front of Wood.
Russell and Roxbury Civil Rights
Bill Russell in white Celtics uniform stands on basketball court during game.
Player-Coach-GOAT
Bill Russell sitting at table with two other men speaking into microphones with NAACP written behind them.
Champion of the Little People
Bill Russell in white jersey leaping to block Wayne Embry shooting basketball.
If You Can’t Beat ‘Em, Join ‘Em
Video of Bill Russell after the 1969 championship
Watch: An Emotional End
Side-view of Bill Russell sitting on bench while intensely looking towards court. Others sitting around him are out of focus.
Bill Takes It All In
Bill Russell and his wife smile as they step down from train and are handed a giant key that says Welcome to Boston.
The Key to a Dynasty
Wide shot of Bill Russell laying up ball as 76ers players look on.
The Wind at Our Backs
Framed image of Bill Russell blocking shot from Wilt Chamberlain with series of autographs with label reading, Premiere Basketball Fantasy Camp - 2007.
The Ultimate Basketball Fantasy
Bill Russell smiles while sitting in booth with four other men, while three more men stand behind them.
Slade’s Barbecue
Display case with white East 6 jersey hanging beneath two autographed basketballs and green shorts surrounded by image of Bill Russell with his name and career stats.
Finally at the Hall
Bill Russell in a suit sits next to another man in a suit leaning towards him.
The Freedom Graduation
Wilt Chamberlain in white Phila jersey attempts to guard Bill Russell as he looks to pass basketball inbound.
Just a Little Light