BOSTON (WHDH) - The Celtics honored one of their most iconic player with a tribute painted in green at the Garden.
The C’s painted Russell’s now-retired number 6 on the parquet. The NBA retired his number upon his passing at age 88 in July.
Russell won 11 NBA Championships with the team, and was also a leader in the Civil Rights movement. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his achievements.
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