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Clover on NBA courts, explained: How all 30 teams are honoring Celtics legend Bill Russell
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Bill Russell, 11-time NBA champion, Boston Celtics legend and all-time defensive great, dies
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NBA Retires Celtics Legend Bill Russell's Jersey Across the League - Blazer's Edge
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NBA ensures Bill Russell's legacy, influence endure by retiring No. 6
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Bill Russell honored before Celtics' 2022-23 season opener
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NBA unveils No. 6 patch to honor Bill Russell across league
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Boston Celtics honor Bill Russell with City Edition uniforms
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Celtics to debut beautiful jersey in honor of the late, great Bill Russell
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Remembering NBA legend and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell
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Celtics to honor Bill Russell throughout season
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Bill Russell, NBA star and civil rights pioneer, dies at 88
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Bill Russell, 11-time NBA champion, Boston Celtics legend and all-time defensive great, dies
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Boston Celtics Honoring Bill Russell With New Uniforms