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Bill Russell

Boston Celtics · 1934–2022

#10 of the greatest NBA players of all time, ranked by everyone.

#2 of the 19 players of the Boston Celtics.

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Nearby in the ranking

7. Magic Johnson Los Angeles Lakers · 1959–
8. Larry Bird Boston Celtics · 1956–
9. Stephen Curry Golden State Warriors · 1988–
10. Bill Russell Boston Celtics · 1934–2022
11. Nikola Jokić Denver Nuggets · 1995–
12. Tim Duncan San Antonio Spurs · 1976–
13. Kevin Durant Oklahoma City Thunder · 1988–

Face-offs

• Bill Russell vs Stephen Curry 50% – 50%
• Bill Russell vs Nikola Jokić 51% – 49%
• Bill Russell vs Larry Bird 49% – 51%
• Bill Russell vs Tim Duncan 52% – 48%
• Magic Johnson vs Bill Russell 53% – 47%