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Auerbach would go on to call Russell the single most devastating force in the history of the game.
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Thank you for everything!
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Bill Russell was one of the kindest, most thoughtful people Ive ever met.
RIP
Bill Russell was a once-in-a-generation activist athlete who made all around him better.
He had a career of firsts & led the way for many.
I admired him my entire life & he had a huge influence on my career.
He was the ultimate leader, ultimate team player & ultimate champion.pic.twitter.com/tM6C69GePz
