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The Houston Rockets, along with representatives including current and former players, are paying respect to Bill Russell. “Rest In Peace to a true legend of the game,” the team wrote.

Russell marched with Martin Luther King Jr., supported Muhammad Ali and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama. The centerpiece of the Boston Celtics dynasty that won 11 championships in 13 years, Russell earned his last two NBA titles as a player-coach — the first…

Bill Russell was one of basketball's all-time greats. He won a record 11 NBA titles, all with the Boston Celtics. But his dominance didn't stop off the court — he was a voice for racial justice, too.

Bill Russell was one of basketball's all-time greats. He won a record 11 NBA titles, all with the Boston Celtics. But his dominance didn't stop off the court — he was a voice for racial justice, too.

Legendary Celtic Bill Russell has passed away at the age of 88, leaving behind an almost unfathomable legacy on and off the court.

In the midst of the rumors and the doldrums, Tatum has been keeping busy.

The Celtics have a home in TD Garden -- but it is a rented home.

The Celtics great's son added his voice to those critiquing Redick's diminishing words of those who played in his father's era.

For Bontemps, the risk outweighs any short-term boost such a swap might create.