Celtics legend Bill Russell has passed away

[OHHS old timer]

From many outlets....

Bill Russell, an ELEVEN time NBA champ, gold medal Olympian, NCAA champ, and two-time state champion passed away peacefully. He was 88.

I remember watching him and the Celtics back in the day and also when he was an analyst for NBA on CBS. His laugh on television was infectious.

Condolences to his wife, family, and numerous friends.

[Geronimo]

One of the best,if not the best ?

[Omega]

Great player and man. Had the privilege to watched him play against Oscar Robertson's Cincinnati Royals.

[LICKING COUNTY FAN]

Dude was a beast and will be starting in Heaven.

[noreply66]

Used to watch Russell and Chamberlain go at it. No one could stop Wilt, but Bill could slow him down. Russel had to be the best shot blocker to ever play in the NBA. Also, one of the best rebounders. Bill was only around 6' 09" but his arms made him 7' 0".