8 bds; 10 ba; 12,623 sqft - Active. See Inside the Homes Stars Are Selling After Living There for Many Years, David Ortiz Lists Miami Mansion for $12.5 Million, Jim Carrey Lists Sprawling Brentwood Ranch Estate for $28.9 Million See Inside. There is a problem with your email/password. Bill Russell served as player/coach in his final three seasons with the Boston Celtics, winning the NBA title in 1968 and 1969. 20ms. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Bill Russell was born to Charles Russell and Katie Russell in West Monroe, Louisiana. He works at times on telecasts of NBA games and even does some acting. [152] In 2009, Russell's erstwhile Knicks opponent Bill Bradley wrote in The New York Times Book Review that Russell "was the smartest player ever to play the game [of basketball]". Please try again later. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. [38] Russell led the team in scoring, averaging 14.1 points per game for the competition. "Just so wise. Russell's family said in a. As a child, he witnessed how his parents were victims of racial abuse, and the family eventually moved into government housing projects to escape the daily torrent of bigotry. Russell was equally notable for his rebounding abilities, and he led the NBA in rebounds four times, had a dozen consecutive seasons of 1,000 or more rebounds,[12] and remains second all time in both total rebounds and rebounds per game. [212] He was often called Felton X, presumably in the tradition of the Nation of Islam's practice of replacing a European slave name with an X and purchased land in Liberia. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. On May 6, 1999, the Celtics re-retired Russell's jersey in a ceremony attended by his on-court rival and friend Chamberlain, along with Celtics legend Larry Bird and Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. [94] In Game 5, Russell contributed with 12 points, 28 rebounds, and 7 assists, plus 10 blocks and 6 steals; blocks and steals became officially recorded statistics in the 197374 NBA season. Over 50 percent of responses said 'There's too many black players. When the Celtics drafted Chuck Cooper and they came into Washington, D.C., to sign his contract, Walter Brown the owner of the team walked up to him and said: 'Mr. [5] He was also known as a fine passer and pick-and-roll setter, featured a decent left-handed hook shot, and finished strong on alley oops. The living room with fireplace offers spectacular views from a wall of glass. "I was offered the head coaching job with the Sonics in 1974. [67][108] The Celtics held on for a 108106 victory and Russell claimed his eleventh championship in thirteen years. Russell, a longtime resident of Mercer Island in Washington state, also coached the Seattle SuperSonics for four seasons beginning in 1973. [16] In 2021, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame a second time for his coaching career. The game featured Shane Battier, LeBron James, Magic Johnson, Maya Moore, Alonzo Mourning, Joakim Noah, Chris Paul, Derrick Rose, and Obama's friends from high school. Russell limited Chamberlain to only two shot attempts in the second half. Russell in fact was a mediocre ball handler, and Auerbach instructed him to avoid shooting or carrying the ball. [56], Russell was an elite help defender who allowed the Celtics to play the "Hey, Bill" defense: whenever a Celtic requested additional defensive help, he would shout "Hey, Bill!" Russell is a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player and a 12-time NBA All-Star, according to his NBA profile. In Game 4, the Celtics were trailing by one point with seven seconds left and the Lakers had the ball until Baylor stepped out of bounds. In an interview with ESPN, Russell said he wanted the NFL players to know they were not alone.[225]. [121], Russell became a vegetarian, took up golf, and worked as a color commentator for CBS and TBS throughout the 1970s into the mid-1980s, but he was uncomfortable as a broadcaster. The fans could do or think whatever they wanted. Russell and other black teammates opted to boycott a 1961 exhibition game in Lexington, Kentucky after they were refused service at a restaurant and flew home. [129] Russell also received honorary degrees from Harvard University on June 7, 2007,[130] and from Dartmouth College on June 14, 2009. July 31, 2022 (age 88, Mercer Island, Washington, undisclosed causes) Active (Basketball) 1956-1969. Photo: Cory Holland/Clarity NW for Realogics Sothebys International Realty; Inset: Michael Kovac/Getty, Cory Holland/Clarity NW for Realogics Sothebys International Realty, From Longtime to Listed! Chamberlain often invited Russell over for Thanksgiving dinner; at Russell's place, conversation mostly concerned Russell's electric trains. From boycotting a 1961 exhibition game to unmask too-long-tolerated discrimination, to leading Mississippis first integrated basketball camp in the combustible wake of Medgar Evans assassination, to decades of activism ultimately recognized by his receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2010, reads his Twitter feed. [1] The Celtics broke a league record by winning 52 games and Russell's strong performance once again helped lead the Celtics through the 1959 NBA playoffs, as they returned to the NBA Finals. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/242184906/william-felton-russell. Bill Russell View source History Talk (0) Bill Russell. [80] As the game was tied, Russell had the daunting task of defending against Baylor with little frontline help: Loscutoff, Heinsohn, and Satch Sanders, the three best Celtics forwards, had fouled out. GREAT NEWS! "[213] Describing the Celtics organization, as distinguished from Boston sports fans in the 1950s and 1960s, as very progressive racially, Russell recalled in 2010 a list of the organization's accomplishments on racial progress both in terms of objective milestones and his own subjective experience as a member of the organization. He was a giant to whom young Black kids looked up. As the teams split the first six games, the tension was so high that in Game 3 Celtics coach Auerbach punched his colleague Ben Kerner and received a $300 fine. A system error has occurred. He led the San Francisco Dons to two consecutive NCAA championships in 1955 and 1956,[4] and he captained the gold-medal winning U.S. national basketball team at the 1956 Summer Olympics. [4] Decades later, Russell explained that his experiences hardened him against abuse of all kinds,[35] saying: "I never permitted myself to be a victim. [18][169] However, the NBA players who currently wore the number 6 jersey (i.e. Learn more about merges. [188] Russell was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, having been initiated into its Gamma Alpha chapter while a student at University of San Francisco. "[201], Russell was driven by "a neurotic need to win", as his Celtic teammate Tom Heinsohn observed. [39][40] During his college career, Russell was the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player in 1955, averaging 20.7 points per game and 20.3 rebounds per game. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Nora Fatehi | Bad Bunny | Kobe Bryant | [5] Russell was known as one of the most clutch players in the NBA. Lakers coach Bill van Breda Kolff kept him on the bench until the end of the game, saying later that he wanted to stay with the lineup responsible for the comeback. The dining area is tucked next to an elevated living space, and comes with built-in shelving and track lighting, with sliding doors leading outside. Mercer Island is really popular amongst locals and people moving to the area. He is one of just two NBA players (the other being prominent rival Wilt Chamberlain) to have grabbed more than 50 rebounds in a game. Last sold in 2021 for 2.5M. (Image credit: Bill Russell / Instagram) Russell is a resident of Mercer Island, Washington where he stays with his wife. The 4,250-square-foot property was built in 1973 and recently renovated to give the mid-century home modern finishes, incorporating several fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, and a private deck. An announcement pic.twitter.com . You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. After much debate, Auerbach agreed to give up Hagan and the Hawks made the trade. "[49], The Celtics swept the Nationals in three games to earn the franchise's first NBA Finals appearance in the 1957 NBA Finals,[62] where they met the St. Louis Hawks, led by Pettit and former Celtic Ed Macauley. Bill Russell of Mercer Island died Sunday. [111], In 1971, Russell joined NBA on ABC to do commentary on the Game of the Week. [1] On March 11, 1965, in a 112100 win over the Detroit Pistons, Russell grabbed 49 rebounds, which tied for the third-most in a single game in NBA history,[92] along with 27 points and 6 assists. [66] Lakers head coach John Kundla praised Russell, stating: "We don't fear the Celtics without Bill Russell. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. In his thirteen years, he averaged a relatively low 13.4 field goals attempted (normally, top scorers average 20 and more),[1] illustrating that he was never the focal point of the Celtics offense, who instead focused on his elite defense. [151] He played in eleven deciding games (ten times in Game 7s, once in a Game 5) and ended with a 110 record. "[49] That playoff series ended in a dramatic Game 7, when the Sixers were trailing 110109 five seconds before the end, but Russell turned over the ball. [49] Bill Simmons has estimated that Russell had between 8 and 15 blocks per game in the playoffs. English [90][91] It was their sixth consecutive and seventh title in Russell's eight years with the team, a streak unreached in any U.S. professional sports league. I was the MVP at the Final Four. (undisclosed Address), Mercer Island, WA 98040. Russell's family issued an official message from his verified account announcing his death. About Us Contact Us Newsletters Archives Personal Finance. Built in 1973, the property is on the market for the first time. [20] Russell was closer to his mother Katie than to his father,[20] and he received a major emotional blow when she suddenly died when he was 12 years old. 6 for most regular season MVPNBA Finals MVP awards, despite the latter being assigned only since 1969. February 16, 2011 12:17 pm. It is social media, so you sort of expect these types of things. The teams split the first six games. [101], In the 196768 NBA season, the 34-year-old Russell averaged 12.5 points per game and 18.6 rebounds per game,[1] the latter of which was good enough for the third-highest average in the league. Maddie Lymburner, the gorgeous Canada-born fitness celeb and world traveler slowed down for a moment to prepare a healthy breakfast. [114] He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1975. [56] Russell's defense was called into question by Eddie Gottlieb, coach of the Philadelphia Warriors, after the WarriorsCeltics game on January 1, 1957, in which he recorded 17 points and 25 rebounds, plus an assist. 101", "The NBA's 75th Anniversary Team, ranked: Where 76 basketball legends check in on our list", "NBA 75: Top 75 NBA players of all time, from MJ and LeBron to Lenny Wilkens", "President Obama Names Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients", "Bill Russell to receive NBA's inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award", "Bill Russell's No. NBA legend Bill Russell will be parting ways with his home on Mercer Island. When Chamberlain died in 1999, Chamberlain's nephew said that Russell was the second person he was told to call. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. [49] On offense, Russell's output was limited and his NBA career personal averages show him to be an average scorer (15.1 points career average), a poor free-throw shooter (56.1%), and average overall shooter from the field (44%, not exceptional for a center). 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The remaining bedrooms are downstairs, which also includes a media/rec room. An undeniable highlight of the home is its prime location, says Eddie Chang of Realogics Sothebys International Realty, who represents the listing. I was first team All American. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement that He was "the greatest champion in all of the team sports.". Russell, a longtime Mercer Island resident died on Sunday at the age of 88. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. [184][185] He was a resident of Mercer Island, Washington, for over four decades. The statement did not give. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. based on information from your browser. The couple grew emotionally distant and divorced. The Celtics won Game 4 in an upset, but the Hawks prevailed in Games 5 and 6, with Pettit scoring 50 points in the deciding Game 6. Born on 12 February 1934, Bill Russell's age was 88 Years Old when he passed away on 31 July 2022. What made his last two championship runs even more legendary was that he served as a player-coach and earned him the distinction of being the first black head coach of any North American professional team when Auerbach retired ahead of the 1966-67 NBA season. Players are (left to right), backrow: Sam Jones; Jim Loscutoff; Gene Conley; Bill Russell; K.C. Suddenly, his grandfather broke down crying. Your email address will not be . The Medal of Freedom is given to people who make contributions "to the security or . [110] Although White became a standout Celtics player, Boston lacked an All-Star center, went 3448 in the 196970 NBA season, and failed to make it to the 1970 NBA playoffs, marking the first time since 1950 that they did not make the playoffs. The 12-time All-Star played center for the Boston Celtics, part of a dynasty that ruled the court with 11 NBA championships during his 13 years as a player. [30] Woolpert's choice of how to deploy his players was unaffected by their skin color. [127] On November 17, the two-time NCAA champion Russell was recognized for his impact on college basketball as a member of the founding class of the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. [145] He also won two state championships in high school. Russell articulated these views with a measure of self-criticism, saying: "I consider this a deficiency in myselfmaybe. The home also has a four-car garage. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Russell also had seven regular-season games with 40 or more rebounds, the NBA Finals record for highest rebound per game average (29.5, 1959) and by a rookie (22.9, 1957). [104] After losing for the fifth straight time against Russell and the Celtics, Hall-of-Fame Lakers guard Jerry West stated: "If I had a choice of any basketball player in the league, my No. [5] For his efforts, Russell was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year. cemeteries found in Seattle, King County, Washington, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. When I started to jump to make defensive plays and to block shots, I was initially corrected, but I stuck with it, and it paid off. King County wants to know. Try again later. [5] The Russell draft-day trade was later called one of the most important trades in the history of North American sports. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? [118] Russell also served as general manager of the SuperSonics during his coaching tenure,[119] and held the same position with the Kings during the 198889 season. I'm certainly going to ask Maurice Podoloff." He was the Sonics coach. Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Although Russell is downsizing, hes staying in the area. We have set your language to Located on the east side of the island, the home is minutes from Interstate Highway 90, parks, and top-rated schools. Now, Russell and his wife, Jeannine, are downsizing but staying close to the Mercer Island area. "But for all the winning, Bill's understanding of the struggle is what illuminated his life. Bill Russell is on the move again. The two men did not speak to each other for more than twenty years until Russell met with Chamberlain and personally apologized. He was an imposing influence with which to reckon. [216] He was quoted as saying: "From my very first year I thought of myself as playing for the Celtics, not for Boston. Estimated Today Value 2.5M. The block preserved Boston's slim 103102 lead with 40-odd seconds left to play in regulation, saving the game for the Celtics. [112] His No. As part of the 1961 Celtics boycott, he and the other black teammates refused to play in the exhibition game and flew home, drawing a great deal of controversy and publicity. [107] The teams split the next two games and it all came down to Game 7 in Los Angeles, where Lakers owner Jack Kent Cooke angered and motivated the Celtics by putting "proceedings of Lakers victory ceremony" on the game leaflets. Copyright IBTimes 2023. [13], Russell's life was marked by an uphill battle against racism and controversial actions and statements in response to racism. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. The five-time MVP is leaving behind an autographed ball for the next owner. [187], In 1959, Russell became the first NBA player to visit Africa. [107] West then hit one basket after the other and cut the lead to one, and Chamberlain asked to return to the game. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. In 1980 the Professional Basketball Writers Association named . He is said to have made a conscious decision to put the team first and foremost, and not worry about individual achievements. NBA icon Bill Russell is asking $2.6 million for his Mercer Island home outside Seattle, where he coached the SuperSonics in the 1970s. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. [138][139] Russell was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2011. Oops, we were unable to send the email. [125], Russell made few public appearances in the early 1990s, living as a near-recluse on Mercer Island, Washington, near Seattle. Prior to his death, he lived in Monroe. "[98], Boston's championship streak ended at eight in his first full season as head coach when Chamberlain's Philadelphia 76ers won a record-breaking 68 regular-season games and were the favorites heading into the 1967 NBA playoffs, where they beat the Celtics 41 in the Eastern Division Finals. Russell made himself eligible for the 1956 NBA draft. The already hostile atmosphere between Russell and Boston hit its apex when vandals broke into his house in Reading, Massachusetts, covered the walls with racist graffiti, damaged his trophies, and defecated in the beds. In addition to Macauley, who was the Celtics' premier player at the time, he wanted Cliff Hagan, who had been serving in the military for three years and had not yet played for the Celtics. @ 47.55664213, -122.21233256 Mercer Island, Washington (WA), US The retired professional basketball legend, who played center for the Boston Celtics of the NBA, lives here. 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His playing career statistics included 14,522 points, 21,620 rebounds, and 4,100 assists. Russell, who was sensitive to any racial prejudice, was enraged by the fact that owner Abe Saperstein would only discuss the matter with Woolpert. Bill Russell never ceases to amaze me. See Also: Most Popular Celebrity Homes on CelebrityDetective.com "); [48] He was active in the Black Power movement and was among the African-American athletes and the one political leader who came together at the 1967 Cleveland Summit to support Muhammad Ali and his decision to refuse to be drafted. A morass to fight from. The Celtics won, earning their first NBA championship. Bill Russell Childhood Pic Info. He told her to go home and remove the dress, which he described as "white woman's clothing". The Bill Russell Legacy Foundation, established by the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation, funded the project. At age 35, Russell contributed with 6 points, 21 rebounds, and 6 assists in his last NBA game. In Game 6, Russell recorded his first career triple-double with 19 points, 24 rebounds, and 10 assists as the Celtics won 119105. [21], Under head coach Gerald Tucker, Russell helped the U.S. national basketball team win the gold medal in Melbourne, defeating the Soviet Union national basketball team 8955 in the final game with an 80 undefeated run. Paul Silas, NBA Champion and LeBron James' First Coach, Dead at 79: 'He Will Be Missed', NBA and Civil Rights Icon Bill Russell Dead at 88: 'Our Beloved No. The first team to start five black players was the Boston Celtics. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Russell held Chamberlain to a pair of field goals in the first three quarters of Game 3. google_ad_client: "ca-pub-9816584937735556", In 1966, he became the first African-American head coach in NBA history, when he succeeded Red Auerbach at the helm of the Celtics. He stood tall for causes in which he believed (even when it meant taking a knee). 6 jersey to be retired throughout NBA", "NBA players who currently wear No. Bill Russell, an 11-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics and the first Black head coach in a major American sports league, died July 31. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Bill Russell Phone Number Address Background Report Addresses SE 184th Pl, Renton, WA 27th Ave E, Tacoma, WA Robert Hayes Rd, Hogansville, GA Plus Addresses In Lagrange, GA Relatives Stacy Anne Karr Samantha White Darrin Lane Russell Tanya Johnston Nancy Ruth Russell View details Phone Numbers (206) nay - peek View phones View Details AGE 80+ He was one of five, along with James Naismith, Oscar Robertson, Dean Smith, and John Wooden, selected to represent the inaugural class. Oops, something didn't work. Bill Russell was 88 years old. Make sure that the file is a photo. He was 88. He was a friend of players, celebrities and Presidents. (embedded photo)", "Rare Photos of Bill Russell (third photo in gallery", "Eight players who have won NCAA, NBA, and Olympic titles", "2003 draft eventually may be best in history", "Philadelphia Warriors vs Boston Celtics Box Score, January 1, 1957", "Russell of Celtics Violates N.B.A. [71][72] In the 1960 NBA Finals, the Celtics outlasted the Hawks 43 in the series and won their third championship in four years. He was convinced that the U.S. was a corrupt nation and that he was wasting his time playing something as superficial as basketball. Reading, Mercer Island, Los Angeles. [4][8] While at USF, he and Jones helped pioneer a play that later became known as the alley-oop. Related Biography: Hakeem Olajuwon [49][89], In the 196364 NBA season, the Celtics posted a league-best 5822 record in the regular season. [18], Russell was born on February 12, 1934, to Charles Russell and Katie Russell in West Monroe, Louisiana. 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