Bill Russell Biography

Bill Russell biography

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NAME: William Felton Russell
OCCUPATION: Basketball Player, Coach
BIRTH DATE: February 12, 1934 (Age: 78)
EDUCATION: University of San Francisco
PLACE OF BIRTH: Monroe, Louisiana

ZODIAC SIGN: Aquarius

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Bill Russell is best known for his time as the center for Boston Celtics, winning eleven championships.

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Bill Russell was born in Oakland, California and played college basketball at University of San Francisco, a team he led to two NCAA championships. The Boston Celtics, under coach Red Auerbach, drafted Russell and went on to win 9 championships in 10 seasons. He even won two more as a player and coach. His defensive play changed the position of center.