Russell anchored a Boston Celtics dynasty that won 11 titles in 13 years.
In 2011, President Barack Obama cited Russell's dedication to mentoring when he awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which Russell called the second greatest personal honor of his life.
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Most folks would think that a group that suffers such a humiliating defeat is amongst the league's weakest.