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Bill Russell vs Oscar Robertson
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Bill Russell Boston Celtics · 1934–2022 54% · #10 in the world
- Oscar Robertson Cincinnati Royals · 1938– 46% · #17 in the world
What the votes say
Too close to call: the world picks Bill Russell over Oscar Robertson by just 54% to 46%. Bill Russell is #10 of the 250 NBA players in the world ranking, and #2 of the 19 of the Boston Celtics. Oscar Robertson is #17.
Side by side
| Bill Russell | Oscar Robertson | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #10 | #17 |
| Team | Boston Celtics | Cincinnati Royals |
| Born | 1934 | 1938 |