Bill Russell
This goo was worth a point in November 2024.
publication date: Sunday, November 3, 2024 (part of November 2024)
category: 
Sports
clue: This mighty, mighty Bostonian (originally from Louisiana) was central to his team's dominance in the 1960s.
explanation: Russell played center for the Boston Celtics from 1956 to 1969, during which time they won 11 NBA championships. more…
intended difficulty: very easy
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, Richard Slominsky, and Aaron Shurtleff
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