Episode 124: Bill Russell Tribute

NBA legend Bill Russell passed away on July 31, 2022 at the age of 88. When Russell passed, Jim was climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, unaware that one of the best players in NBA history was no longer with us. A tribute to Russell has been long overdue. Jim covers Russell’s life, before exploring five areas of Russell’s career that go slightly overlooked by most (10:17). This includes topics such as just how great of a passer Russell was to how many Finals MVPs and Defensive Player of the Year awards Russell may have won if either award existed when he played. Finally, Jim reveals where Russell fits on his list of the best players in NBA history (40:00).