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Σύσσωμος ο κόσμος του αθλητισμού αποχαιρέτησε σήμερα (31/07) το βράδυ τον “θρύλο” του ΝΒΑ και των Μπόστον Σέλτικς, ο οποίος άφησε την τελευταία του πνοή σε ηλικία 88 ετών.
Πένθος στον παγκόσμιο αθλητισμό και το “μαγικό κόσμο” του ΝΒΑ με το θάνατο του Μπιλ Ράσελ, ο οποίος “έφυγε” από τη ζωή σήμερα (31/07) σε ηλικία 88 ετών από φυσικά αίτια.
Ο κόσμος του αθλητισμού, αθλητές, ομάδες και Ομοσπονδίες έσπευσαν να αποχαιρετήσουν μέσω των social media τους τον εμβληματικό αστέρα των Μπόστον Σέλτικς και του κορυφαίου πρωταθλήματος του πλανήτη.
To be the greatest champion in your sport, to revolutionize the way the game is played, and to be a societal leader all at once seems unthinkable, but that is who Bill Russell was. (1/4) pic.twitter.com/K0Ue0hKiLs
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) July 31, 2022
A statement from Hornets Chairman Michael Jordan on the passing of NBA legend Bill Russell. pic.twitter.com/RdYcnuCrmb
— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) July 31, 2022
Legends are forever.
RIP Bill Russell, truly a titan of our game. pic.twitter.com/EKpLABwzmT
— Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell was my idol. I looked up to him on the court and off. His success on the court was undeniable; he was dominate and great, winning 11 NBA championships. Off the court, Bill Russell paved the way for guys like me. pic.twitter.com/ZMIrEx8Tne
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 31, 2022
The definition of champion, on and off the court. Thank you for everything, Bill. pic.twitter.com/tB5nLoslSF
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) July 31, 2022
More than a basketball player, a sportsman for the centuries. pic.twitter.com/vHKVCn7ex3
— OKC THUNDER (@okcthunder) July 31, 2022
The world lost a legend with the passing of Bill Russell. His impact on basketball and society will not be forgotten. He handled every adversity with dignity and grace, and walked away a champion. My condolences to his family and those blessed enough to call him a friend.
— Patrick Ewing (@CoachEwing33) July 31, 2022
Thanku for being a trailblazer , pioneer Thanku for setting the bar , for ur kind words of wisdom, Thanku for that great laugh u had . I can go on all day about what u meant to me . Today is a sad day for the NBA family u will be forever missed #6
— Paul Pierce (@paulpierce34) July 31, 2022
Legend. Rest In Peace. #BillRussell pic.twitter.com/1fZx5qZdcq
— FIBA (@FIBA) July 31, 2022
NBA legend Bill Russell has died at the age of 88.
Russell was an 11x NBA champion, 5x league MVP, 2x NCAA champion and an Olympic gold medalist pic.twitter.com/cKYWkNMvU4
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 31, 2022
Rest in peace, Bill Russell https://t.co/RaT6uMPf5g
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell, who spent many of his formative years in the Bay Area, was a true giant in the game of basketball, and more importantly, in the game of life.
While the accolades on the court were immense, it was his overall impact as a pioneer that will leave the greatest legacy. pic.twitter.com/dfWxKDPW1q
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) July 31, 2022
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11 NBA championships as a player, 2 more as head coach, 5 NBA MVP’s, 12 NBA All-Star appearances, an Olympic gold medal and the American Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Rest in peace, Bill Russell 🙏 pic.twitter.com/ll9D5nmlob
— Maccabi Tel Aviv BC (@MaccabitlvBC) July 31, 2022
Rest In Peace, Legend. #BillRussell pic.twitter.com/KjftGMY24o
— BC Zalgiris Kaunas (@bczalgiris) July 31, 2022
DEP, Bill Russell 😔
Nuestras condolencias a la familia de los Celtics y a todos sus familiares y amigos. https://t.co/sScL9jJRlc
— Valencia Basket Club (@valenciabasket) July 31, 2022
Rest In Peace #BillRussell 🙏 pic.twitter.com/B87amnEvMz
— Fenerbahçe Beko (@FBBasketbol) July 31, 2022
We are deeply saddened upon hearing the passing of Bill Russell, one of the legendary names of basketball.
We would like to express our condolences and deepest sympathies to his family and basketball community. pic.twitter.com/rrUf1oXUKJ
— Anadolu Efes SK (@AnadoluEfesSK) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell, the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics dynasty that won eight straight titles and 11 overall during his career, died Sunday.
He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011, the nation’s highest civilian honor. Russell was 88.
More: https://t.co/7bYfbNLIUZ pic.twitter.com/QIaUcdeMo9
— ESPN (@espn) July 31, 2022
R.I.P Bill Russell. You allowed me to be in the position I am in today and you changed not only the league but the world. Forever 6.
— Grant Williams (@Grant2Will) July 31, 2022
Today, we lost a giant.
As tall as Bill Russell stood, his legacy rises far higher—both as a player and as a person.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 31, 2022
The LA Clippers join the basketball community in mourning the passing of Bill Russell — the ultimate winner, leader and trailblazer. His impact and his legend will live forever. pic.twitter.com/vJk70UllsY
— LA Clippers (@LAClippers) July 31, 2022
RIP BILL RUSSELL pic.twitter.com/vzhaIQG2ZH
— Eric Gordon (@TheofficialEG10) July 31, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family, loved ones and the @NBA community on the loss of the greatest champion we’ve ever known: BILL RUSSELL. An activist, a pioneer, a humanitarian. He made the world better for us all.#RIPCHAMPION
— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) July 31, 2022
Unapologetically himself at all times!! The ultimate leader and just happened to be one of the best hoopers ever! RIP Mr Russell, you will be dearly missed 🙏🏾🕊 pic.twitter.com/30xXhoGXsj
— Chris Paul (@CP3) July 31, 2022