The Harlem Globetrotters invited Russell to join their exhibition basketball squad, but Russell, who was sensitive to any racial prejudice, was enraged by the fact that Globetrotters owner Abe Saperstein would only discus… See more

In 1971, Russell joined NBA on ABC to do commentary on the Game of the Week. His No. 6 jersey was retired by the Celtics on March 12, 1972, Russell had worn the same number 6 at the USF and for the 1956 U.S. Olympic te… See more

Russell is one of the most successful and decorated athletes in North American sports history. His awards and achievements include eleven NBA championships with the Boston Celtics in thirteen se… See more

Russell was a resident of Mercer Island, Washington, for nearly five decades.
In 1959, Russell became the first NBA player to visit Africa.
Russell was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, h… See more