Bill Russell - Page 2

Earvin32 · 07-31-2022, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by 49erRCCollector

My local morning anchor just announced it and mentioned the “iconic photo of him after his 100 point game”.

Lonnngggg sigh.

RIP

That was Wilt against the knicks in Hersey, PA.

Sad to hear that news. I loved to see his interactions with players at the all-star games and the finals. It was great to see the current players showing respect for an icon.

49erRCCollector · 07-31-2022, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Earvin32

That was Wilt against the knicks in Hersey, PA

Oh, I know. Hence the long sigh. As he was saying it, I kept waiting for someone to correct him.

spurs50fan · 07-31-2022, 02:01 PM

The blessing is that he was able to enjoy his flowers for as long as many of us have been alive. Very few players can have players and fans in awe like Russell

Chris P · 07-31-2022, 02:02 PM

One of my favorite pieces in my collection. It was always awesome to see him at NBA events whether it was All Star Weekend or the Finals. Bummed we've lost such a major Icon in this sport

waulk11 · 07-31-2022, 02:04 PM

RIP Bill Russell.

Nomad · 07-31-2022, 02:07 PM

Did Wilt make the basket?

GOATcards · 07-31-2022, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris P

One of my favorite pieces in my collection. It was always awesome to see him at NBA events whether it was All Star Weekend or the Finals. Bummed we've lost such a major Icon in this sport

nice

GOATcards · 07-31-2022, 02:24 PM

I suppose like with Magic-Larry before that it was Rusell-Wilt just in a different way, but they were like paired icons of the sport defining their times.

byronscott4ever · 07-31-2022, 02:38 PM

Russell was a winner in a team sport like no other…and made a difference off the court too

byronscott4ever · 07-31-2022, 02:38 PM

Double post

dream34 · 07-31-2022, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by GOATcards

On one of the NBATV features on him (or his 'rivalry' with Wilt) they have him laughing quite a lot in interview, very infectious.

This was the amazing thing about him that I grew to respect over the years. Despite everything he went through, he always seemed to try to enjoy, take the higher road and not let others bring him down.

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Originally Posted by coltsnsox07

A tale of two Russell's, Bill Russell's career earnings was $10 million, Russell Westbrook will make that much in just 17 1/2 games next season.

Pioneer. Love the recent Photogenic Respect card with him and Shaq. Every player who was at least decent always treated him with respect.

hairyangryfella · 07-31-2022, 03:28 PM

So saddened by this. I knew it was coming but it still hurts.

I learned of it via the reply to a message of mine sent to a mate in May, telling him I'd just bought a Russell auto because it was beautiful and I feared he wouldn't be with us much longer.

Guy was not only an absolute champ, but he had to deal with crazy race issues and also coached. Amazing life and story, still somewhat underappreciated.

And between when I went to bed and now, there are suddenly 27 new Russell autos listed on eBay

SaveMeTheGum · 07-31-2022, 03:38 PM

I just picked this up at National 2 days ago...

RIP greatest winner of all time!!!!

SaveMeTheGum · 07-31-2022, 03:38 PM

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Ferg1945 · 07-31-2022, 03:45 PM

R.I.P. Mr. Russell

SaveMeTheGum · 07-31-2022, 04:43 PM

Duplicate post

49ersSF · 07-31-2022, 04:45 PM

San Francisco legend! RIP

Retired hobbist · 07-31-2022, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 49ersSF

San Francisco legend! RIP

Yes the Dons have never been the same since, sad news.

21Pittsburgh58 · 07-31-2022, 05:06 PM

RIP Mr. Russell ��

Great man, great life!

21Pittsburgh58 · 07-31-2022, 05:07 PM

RIP Mr. Russell 😞

Great man, great life!

Siberian13 · 07-31-2022, 05:17 PM

I mean he played against plumbers and firemen but he was still pretty good. RIP old timer

jdandns · 07-31-2022, 05:19 PM

Legendary on and off the court.
Rest in peace, sir.

GOATcards · 07-31-2022, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SaveMeTheGum

I just picked this up at National 2 days ago...

RIP greatest winner of all time!!!!

jealous!

my lowly hobby contribution:

Beavers98 · 07-31-2022, 05:41 PM

Rest in Peace Bill Russell

Tallboy · 07-31-2022, 05:55 PM

Hits me.

There's no one in sports I respect more. Admirable off the court yes, but one of the on-court basketball minds in history.

07-31-2022, 02:04 PM	#30
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07-31-2022, 04:43 PM	#41
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07-31-2022, 04:45 PM	#42
49ersSF Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,325	San Francisco legend! RIP __________________ They see what they have been told to see.

07-31-2022, 02:01 PM	#28
spurs50fan Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Posts: 4,067	The blessing is that he was able to enjoy his flowers for as long as many of us have been alive. Very few players can have players and fans in awe like Russell

07-31-2022, 02:02 PM	#29
Chris P Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 15,281	One of my favorite pieces in my collection. It was always awesome to see him at NBA events whether it was All Star Weekend or the Finals. Bummed we've lost such a major Icon in this sport

07-31-2022, 02:07 PM	#31
Nomad Banned Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Fomenting FOMO on the down low. Posts: 8,094	Did Wilt make the basket?

07-31-2022, 02:24 PM	#33
GOATcards Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Posts: 6,492	I suppose like with Magic-Larry before that it was Rusell-Wilt just in a different way, but they were like paired icons of the sport defining their times.

07-31-2022, 02:38 PM	#34
byronscott4ever Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 11,489	Russell was a winner in a team sport like no other…and made a difference off the court too

07-31-2022, 03:28 PM	#37
hairyangryfella Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: New Zealand Posts: 13,219	So saddened by this. I knew it was coming but it still hurts. I learned of it via the reply to a message of mine sent to a mate in May, telling him I'd just bought a Russell auto because it was beautiful and I feared he wouldn't be with us much longer. Guy was not only an absolute champ, but he had to deal with crazy race issues and also coached. Amazing life and story, still somewhat underappreciated. And between when I went to bed and now, there are suddenly 27 new Russell autos listed on eBay

07-31-2022, 03:45 PM	#40
Ferg1945 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midwest Posts: 14,720	R.I.P. Mr. Russell

07-31-2022, 05:06 PM	#44
21Pittsburgh58 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Luke AFB, AZ Posts: 5,254 JackLambertHOF	RIP Mr. Russell �� Great man, great life! __________________ 21-Roberto Clemente 58-Jack Lambert Liverpool FC - You'll Never Walk Alone! Carl Sagan: Pale Blue Dot. YouTube this and get over yourself Russ Westbrook, Trout, Shohei, Acuna, Charles LeClerc, Nick Kurtz, Sydney Sweeney

07-31-2022, 05:07 PM	#45
21Pittsburgh58 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Luke AFB, AZ Posts: 5,254 JackLambertHOF	RIP Mr. Russell 😞 Great man, great life! __________________ 21-Roberto Clemente 58-Jack Lambert Liverpool FC - You'll Never Walk Alone! Carl Sagan: Pale Blue Dot. YouTube this and get over yourself Russ Westbrook, Trout, Shohei, Acuna, Charles LeClerc, Nick Kurtz, Sydney Sweeney

07-31-2022, 05:17 PM	#46
Siberian13 Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Posts: 80,503 shiller13	I mean he played against plumbers and firemen but he was still pretty good. RIP old timer __________________ Took their ball and went home

07-31-2022, 05:19 PM	#47
jdandns Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Southern California Posts: 24,049	Legendary on and off the court. Rest in peace, sir. __________________ The odds are long, Miss Cable, and the flesh is weak, but find him I shall.

07-31-2022, 05:41 PM	#49
Beavers98 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 11,105 beavers98	Rest in Peace Bill Russell

07-31-2022, 05:55 PM	#50
Tallboy Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 918	Hits me. There's no one in sports I respect more. Admirable off the court yes, but one of the on-court basketball minds in history.