BOSTON – Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell died Sunday at the age of 88, his family announced. Russell won 11 NBA championships, five league MVPs and also became the first Black head coach in ...

Boston renames bridge after Celtics legend Bill Russell 01:51. BOSTON – The City of Boston officially renamed the North Washington Street Bridge in Bill Russell's honor in a ceremony Monday ...

Bill Russell, the intimidating center who rejected layups and bigotry with equal authority while leading the Boston Celtics to pro basketball’s greatest dynasty, died Sunday, his family ...

Bill Russell, the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics' dynasty that won eight straight titles and 11 overall during his career, died Sunday. The Hall of Famer was 88.

Joe Mazzulla shared what Bill Russell meant to the Boston Celtics: "It wasn't always easy for him or his teammates" ...

Legendary former Celtics coach Red Auerbach explained why he believed Larry Bird has replaced Bill Russell as the NBA GOAT.

Boston Celtics’ Bill Russell snares rebound from outstretched hands of Los Angeles Lakers’ Wilt Chamberlain, in the second period of their NBA playoff game at Boston Garden, April 30, 1969.

"If he wants it, the job is his" - Red Auerbach admitted Bob Cousy was offered the Celtics job before Bill Russell made ...

The University of San Francisco alum was such a dominant player at the NCAA level that he helped influence rule changes to the game, and only needed two seasons to help the Celtics secure their first ...

Bill Russell, the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics dynasty that won eight straight titles and 11 overall during his career, died Sunday. The Hall of Famer was 88.