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How the Boston Celtics and NBA will honor Bill Russell
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The NBA Gives Bill Russell The Ultimate Basketball Honor - Duke Basketball Report
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Celtics honor Bill Russell prior to season opener vs 76ers - CBS Boston
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Celtics reveal new City Edition uniforms that honor Hall of Famer Bill Russell
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NBA unveils No. 6 patch to honor Bill Russell across league
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Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey is being retired league wide
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NBA world reacts to Celtics' special Bill Russell jersey
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Bill Russell, Biography, Height, Championships, & Facts
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Celtics honor NBA legend Bill Russell prior to season opener
NBA on ESPN - The Celtics' new City Edition uniforms will honor Bill Russell 👏 (via Boston Celtics)
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NBA permanently retires Bill Russell's No. 6 - The Washington Post
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Celtics legend Bill Russell's incredible list of basketball accomplishments – NBC Sports Boston
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Celtics honor Bill Russell with new City Edition uniform for 2022-23