"In Boston, we now have statues of three sports figures — Orr, Red Auerbach, and Ted Williams — sprinkled throughout the city. But there’s one glaring omission: the one sports star — no disrespect here to Teddy Ballgame or Tom Brady — who left a bigger mark on this city than any other. I’m talking about a guy who won 11 championships in 13 seasons. Whose name has become synonymous with victory, hard work, and shared sacrifice. I’m talking about Bill Russell."
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Paul Flannery, writing for Boston Magazine last November.
Today, the Celtics announced plans for a Russell statue. Paul’s article started the campaign. (via bethlehemshoals)
Doesn’t surprise Boston would take so long. I’m just sayin’.
