Bill Russell

11-time champion, 5-time MVP, 12-time All-Star, Hall of Famer.

Center·1956-1968

SAN FRANCISCO

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RINGS

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12x

ALL-STAR

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MVP

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YES

HOF

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YES

NBA 75

Career Timeline

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Celtics 1956–1969

Key Teammates

Sam JonesBoston Celtics · 866 GP

Tom HeinsohnBoston Celtics · 626 GP

Frank RamseyBoston Celtics · 553 GP

Bob CousyBoston Celtics · 479 GP

Jim LoscutoffBoston Celtics · 415 GP

Bill SharmanBoston Celtics · 313 GP

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Fame Meter

TIER A

Household Star

Bill Russell grades as Tier A (Household Star). Massive star, widely known by casual fans. Not quite universal icon tier, but still a household NBA name.

Frequently Asked

What teams did Bill Russell play for?

Boston Celtics

Who were key teammates of Bill Russell?

Sam Jones, Tom Heinsohn, Frank Ramsey

What awards did Bill Russell win?

11 championships, 5 MVP awards, Hall of Fame inductee

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