Dimanche, une légende de la NBA a quitté ce monde. 11 fois champion, plus que n’importe qui d’autre dans l’histoire, visage important des luttes civiles pour les droits des Noirs aux États-Unis, Bill Russell a rendu l’âme à 88 ans.
Naturellement, les hommages ont immédiatement commencé à pleuvoir. Nombreux sont ceux qui ont salué le départ de la légende des Celtics de Boston.
Près de 24 heures après la parution de la triste de nouvelle, voici donc une compilation des hommages rendus par différents joueurs de la NBA ou personnalités publiques.
My thoughts about Bill Russell passing away…. I am working on an deeper thought provoking article tonight as I process what just happened. pic.twitter.com/M69pXNkaC0
— Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (@kaj33) August 1, 2022
Today, we lost a giant.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 31, 2022
As tall as Bill Russell stood, his legacy rises far higher—both as a player and as a person.
Coach Pop on the passing of NBA legend Bill Russell. pic.twitter.com/89IrDvmIqO
— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) July 31, 2022
To be the greatest champion in your sport, to revolutionize the way the game is played, and to be a societal leader all at once seems unthinkable, but that is who Bill Russell was. (1/4) pic.twitter.com/K0Ue0hKiLs
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell was a legendary player and coach, and an even better person. He approached everything he did with determination, principle, and wisdom. I will always be grateful for the chance to call him my friend. pic.twitter.com/CmMVzLJUJJ
— Bill Clinton (@BillClinton) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell was the epitome of a champion, in every sense of the word. He was an innovator who broke through barriers and for all of his extraordinary successes on the court, he was just as impactful off of it. (1/2) @RealBillRussell pic.twitter.com/LUGwc8t59f
— Scottie Pippen (@ScottiePippen) July 31, 2022
I’m heartbroken to hear about the passing of the greatest winner the game of basketball has ever seen, a legend, hall of famer, mentor and my friend for over 30 years, Bill Russell. 💔 pic.twitter.com/iiSkVq2kdn
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell was my idol. I looked up to him on the court and off. His success on the court was undeniable; he was dominate and great, winning 11 NBA championships. Off the court, Bill Russell paved the way for guys like me. pic.twitter.com/ZMIrEx8Tne
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) July 31, 2022
National Basketball Coaches Association's statement on the passing of @NBA lifer, Bill Russell pic.twitter.com/uNcjitwcuE
— NBA Coaches Assoc. (@NBA_Coaches) July 31, 2022
NEW: Pres. Biden on Bill Russell: "Bill Russell is one of the greatest athletes in our history – an all-time champion of champions, and a good man and great American who did everything he could to deliver the promise of America for all Americans.” https://t.co/m8U3TLU3yK pic.twitter.com/771t4Bwgl0
— ABC News (@ABC) August 1, 2022
NBA commissioner Adam Silver's statement on the passing of Bill Russell. pic.twitter.com/tOJvne0nZl
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) July 31, 2022
Michael Jordan on the passing of Bill Russell: pic.twitter.com/kQfRPgUoAB
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) July 31, 2022
I’m honored to be able to have spent time with you @RealBillRussell thank you for everything you stood for you #forever6
— Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell was the most powerful ambassador of the NBA. I held him in the highest regard and tried to build on the groundwork laid by him and his generation of players. Thank you, Bill, for leading the way and giving us such a high bar to shoot at.
— David Robinson (@DavidtheAdmiral) July 31, 2022
RIP Legend 🙏🏽🕯 pic.twitter.com/xe0Lr7kxcC
— Nicolas Batum (@nicolas88batum) July 31, 2022
RIP LEGEND! Thank you 4 ALL you’ve done! pic.twitter.com/Cg0hTmE8Xk
— Mark Jackson (@MarkJackson13) July 31, 2022
This is a teary-eyed Sunday knowing that we lost a legendary human being @RealBillRussell His dedication to civil-rights, human-rights and the sport of basketball puts him beyond legendary status. That smile will be missed. pic.twitter.com/fmZSmFVkqp
— Robert Horry (@RKHorry) July 31, 2022
Thanku for being a trailblazer , pioneer Thanku for setting the bar , for ur kind words of wisdom, Thanku for that great laugh u had . I can go on all day about what u meant to me . Today is a sad day for the NBA family u will be forever missed #6
— Paul Pierce (@paulpierce34) July 31, 2022
12 time @NBA All-Star
— marcus smart (@smart_MS3) July 31, 2022
11 NBA rings
5 MVPs
No 3-point line
No social media
Just played and dominated in a day and a league that was def not soft. @celtics to the core ☘️
RIP @RealBillRussell 😢 #LEGENDARY pic.twitter.com/mG7K1AOfQq
One of the most dominant players in @NBA History. An 11 times NBA Champion and one of the best to have ever done it.
— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) July 31, 2022
I’ll forever be honored to have met you. Thank you for everything you have given to the game and all of us. Rest in peace, @RealBillRussell. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/HOouLIrXWv
Transformational. Transcendent.
— George Karl (@CoachKarl22) July 31, 2022
RIP Bill pic.twitter.com/xkvi1hAu3A
R.I.P Bill Russell. You allowed me to be in the position I am in today and you changed not only the league but the world. Forever 6.
— Grant Williams (@Grant2Will) July 31, 2022
Rest In Peace To an Trailblazer.
— Caron Butler (@realtuffjuice) July 31, 2022
Thank You again for your sacrifices & leadership. https://t.co/ymKIkQkYZ5
R.I.P to the legend Bill Russell. 🤴🏿💫
— Rudy Gobert (@rudygobert27) July 31, 2022
Rest In Peace Mr. Bill Russell. It was a honor to meet and thank for everything you did for the game of basketball!!!
— Jared Sullinger Sr. (@Jared_Sully0) July 31, 2022
RIP Bill Russell #Legend
— Reggie Jackson (@Reggie_Jackson) July 31, 2022
💔 R.I.P legend 🙏🏻 🐐 https://t.co/x5aCpkXPtg
— Jusuf Nurkić 🇧🇦 (@bosnianbeast27) July 31, 2022
RIP Bill Russell 🕊🙏🏽
— RJ (@RjHampton14) July 31, 2022
RIP BILL RUSSELL pic.twitter.com/vzhaIQG2ZH
— Eric Gordon (@TheofficialEG10) July 31, 2022
Plusieurs autres personnes se sont ouvertes pour parler de l’impact de Bill Russell sur la NBA d’aujourd’hui, mais on ne peut pas tous les coller ici. Repose en paix, Bill.
