Décès de Bill Russell : de nombreux joueurs lui rendent hommage

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.

As tall as Bill Russell stood, his legacy rises far higher—both as a player and as a person.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) July 31, 2022

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
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

— marcus smart (@smart_MS3) July 31, 2022

One of the most dominant players in @NBA History. An 11 times NBA Champion and one of the best to have ever done it.

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

— Pau Gasol (@paugasol) July 31, 2022

Transformational. Transcendent.

RIP Bill pic.twitter.com/xkvi1hAu3A

— George Karl (@CoachKarl22) July 31, 2022

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.
Thank You again for your sacrifices & leadership. https://t.co/ymKIkQkYZ5

— Caron Butler (@realtuffjuice) July 31, 2022

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