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How the Boston Celtics and NBA will honor Bill Russell
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NBA unveils No. 6 patch to honor Bill Russell across league
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Bill Russell, NBA star and civil rights pioneer, dies at 88
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The Boston Celtics Will Honor Bill Russell By Having No. 6 On
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POV: Remembering Boston Celtics Legend Bill Russell (Hon.'02)
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Photos: See how the Celtics plan to honor Bill Russell on the TD
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Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell to have number retired across NBA
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What is the No. 6 patch on NBA uniforms? How league is honoring
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Celtics reveal plans to honor Bill Russell during 2022-23 NBA
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Boston Celtics honor late Bill Russell with special City Edition
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