The New York Times – Sports:
In wit and wisdom, Russell left an impression with his gravelly voice. “It wasn’t like he tried to impress you with big words,” said one recipient of his advice.
Category: Auerbach, Red
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Bill Russell Paved the Way for Black Coaches to Defy Doubters
The New York Times – Sports:
When getting hired as a Black coach seemed “far-fetched,” as one coach said, Russell showed that it could be done — and that it could lead to championships.
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Bill Russell, Who Transformed Pro Basketball, Dies at 88
The New York Times – Sports:
A Hall of Famer who led the Celtics to 11 championships, he was “the single most devastating force in the history of the game,” his coach Red Auerbach said.