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NBA Retires Bill Russell's Number 6 Leaguewide - KXL
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Bill Russell's No. 6 to be retired across NBA following legend's death last month - ESPN
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NBA to retire Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey across league ahead of 2022-23 season
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NBA to Retire Late Celtics Legend Bill Russell's No. 6 Jersey
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NBA honors late Bill Russell with jersey retirement
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NBA retires Bill Russell's number: Who will be the last player to wear No. 6?
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Bill Russell Fast Facts
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Players Honored to Carry Bill Russell's Legacy
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NBA to retire Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey throughout the league as tribute to the 11-time champion
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NBA legend Bill Russell dies at 88