'As tall as Bill Russell stood, his legacy rises far higher—both as a player and as a person.' President Barack Obama was among many to pay tribute to the basketball legend who died Sunday at 88.
"On the court, he was the greatest champion in basketball history. Off of it, he was a civil rights trailblazer—marching with Dr. King and standing with Muhammad Ali.
"For decades, Bill endured insults and vandalism, but never let it stop him from speaking up for what’s right. I learned so much from the way he played, the way he coached, and the way he lived his life.
That Russell made such a powerful impression on a former U.S. president for his work off the court in addition to being one of the greatest players in NBA history is a testament to the outsized impact Russell made in all walks of life over his 88 years.
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