On August 1, Beijing time, NBA legend Bill Russell passed away at the age of 88. The old man was very peaceful when he left and passed away safely next to his wife Jenny.
As the legendary star with the most championships in North American sports history, Russell's achievements are not limited to 11 championship rings, 5 regular season most valuable players, and are all on the list of NBA 25, 50 and 75.
As the soul of the Celtics, his influence has long exceeded the team's restrictions. With his death, even the Celtics and the Lakers, who have never dealt with, have put aside their grudges and grievances and remembered this great player who ruled an era and had a profound impact on the NBA. His greatness needs no further description. In 2009, the league officially named the FMVP trophy of the Finals' Most Valuable Player the Bill Russell Trophy to commemorate the outstanding contributions of the Lord of the Rings. Kobe Bryant is the first super giant to enjoy this honor.
Every year, the finals come to the match point, and the old man will run around, just to personally present the championship trophy to the newly ascended king on the spot and send his own blessings. However, because the old man's health is getting worse, Stephen Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the FMVP winners in the past two years, have not been able to take over the FMVP trophy from Russell, which has also become a regret for both of them. After all, in 2020, James raised the FMVP trophy from the table, but at least the old man can still visit the Orlando campus in person. For the FMVP winners in the finals, they will no longer enjoy the award presented by this kind old man himself.
NBA stars have posted messages to mourn the legendary star. Compared with the current stars who can only see Russell's style from the highlights, those veteran stars who have been friends with the old man for decades have a say. This is how the God of Basketball Michael Jordan described Russell: "He (Russell) is a pioneer in basketball and the first black coach in NBA history, paving the way for latecomers! Set an example for black athletes! His death is a big loss in the basketball world!"
In that era, Russell served as the head coach of the Celtics and became the first black coach in North American sports history. The pressure and doubts he was carrying can be imagined, but he led the team to win the championship twice, blocking the mouths of doubters, paving the way for latercomers! That's why Mr. Qiao called Russell a pioneer, and his influence was huge and far-reaching. His wise, humble and kind image has also become the direction that countless young players have admired and worked hard for.
As a legendary Lakers, Magic Johnson and Russell have been friends for more than 30 years. He regards Russell as his mentor. The death of the old man broke the Magician's heart. The magician said that he respected Russell so much not only because of the achievements he has achieved and the help he has helped him, but most importantly, Bill Russell paved the way for people like himself! He is one of the athletes who strive for social justice, fairness and equality.
This day will become a day for the entire NBA to remember forever. The league has spontaneously organized the call for all teams to retire the No. 6 jersey forever. I also hope that the old man will go well and remember Bill Russell again! The Lord of the Rings forever!
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