Bill Russell’s widow, Jeannine, shared a heartfelt tribute to Jerry West after the news of the NBA legend’s death Wednesday. West, whose basketball excellence led to his silhouette becoming the ...

The fourth in an occasional series of profiles on Southern California athletes who have flourished in their post-playing careers. Before there was Mookie Betts, there was Bill Russell. An outstanding ...

Today in Boston Celtics history, Hall of Fame franchise legends Bill Russell and Sam Jones ended their NBA and Celtics ...

Bill Russell's impact both on and off the court will never be forgotten and always be celebrated. To further commemorate his impact on civil rights and the city of Boston, the Washington Street Bridge ...

It appeared Bill Russell was tweeting from beyond the grave the Sunday night. The X account formerly belonging to the Celtics legend tweeted “LET GO CELTICS!!” right around tipoff for Game 2 Sunday, ...

To be the greatest champion in your sport, to revolutionize the way the game is played, and to be a societal leader all at once seems unthinkable, but that is who Bill Russell was. Bill was a champion ...

BOSTON – The City of Boston officially renamed the North Washington Street Bridge in Bill Russell's honor in a ceremony Monday morning as he was remembered as a decorated champion and civil rights ...

While Bill Russell's legacy is primarily remembered for being an 11-time champion and one of the greatest players/winners in the history of the NBA, what often goes unnoticed is that "Whiskers" won ...

Bill Russell’s widow has sued the late Celtics legend’s daughter, arguing she has “tarnished” her father’s image with statements about his health. Jeannine Russell says she’s on a mission to “preserve ...

A bridge in the heart of Boston is being renamed for Boston Celtics legend and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell, the city announced Friday. The North Washington Street Bridge connecting Charlestown ...

Bill Russell has been immortalized in Boston infrastructure. A bridge that connects the city's Charlestown neighborhood with the West End and the North End was renamed the William Felton "Bill" ...

NBA’s ‘First Frenchman’ Bob Cousy, despite being 96 years old, has continued his association with the basketball world. The Boston Celtics legend has remained sharp and engaged with the current trends ...