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Bill Russell vs Tim Duncan
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Bill Russell Boston Celtics · 1934–2022 52% · #10 in the world
- Tim Duncan San Antonio Spurs · 1976– 48% · #12 in the world
What the votes say
Too close to call: the world picks Bill Russell over Tim Duncan by just 52% to 48%. Bill Russell is #10 of the 250 NBA players in the world ranking, and #2 of the 19 of the Boston Celtics. Tim Duncan is #12, and #1 of the 7 of the San Antonio Spurs.
Side by side
| Bill Russell | Tim Duncan | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #10 | #12 |
| Team | Boston Celtics | San Antonio Spurs |
| Born | 1934 | 1976 |