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The Bill Russell I Knew for 60 Years

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Since I was 14, Bill Russell showed me how to be a better player--and a better man.

Original Artwork By: Chuck D Instagram: mrchuckd_pe / Twitter: @MrChuckD When I learned that my friend Bill Russell had died, I tweeted this response: “Bill Russell was the quintessential Big Man—not because of his height but because of the size of his heart. In basketball he showed us how to play with grace and passion. In life he showed us how to live with compassion and joy. He was my friend, my mentor, my role model.” That’s as much truth as I could fit into 272 characters (with spaces). But there is a whole lot more truth and love and respect in my 60-year relationship with Bill…

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