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Did Bill Russell have a funeral?
Hall of Famer Charles Barkley spoke at the funeral. Hall of Famer Gary Payton, who is also from Oakland, described the ceremony as quiet and small as he believed Russell, who was known for his famous cackling laugh, would have wanted.
How tall was Bill Russell when he died?
Personal information | |
Died | July 31, 2022 (aged 88) Mercer Island, Washington, U.S. |
Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
Listed weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
Career information |
What is Bill Russell's famous quote?
“Success is a result of consistent practice of winning skills and actions. There is nothing miraculous about the process. There is no luck involved.” “To me, the most important part of winning is joy.
How old was Bill Russell when he stopped playing?
After he won his 11th championship in 1969 at age 35, Russell retired, triggering a mini-rebuild. During his 13 seasons, the NBA had expanded from eight teams to 14. Russell's Celtics teams never had to survive more than three playoff rounds to win a title.