The hatred the racism the adversity facing it his entire life and especially during his playing days - Steph Curry reflects on the legacy left by the late Bill Russell × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Gaming Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Basketball NBA News News The hatred the racism the adversity facing it his entire life and especially during his playing days - Steph Curry reflects on the legacy left by the late Bill Russell By Juan Paolo David Modified 18 Aug 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Barack Obama awards the Presidential Medal Of Freedom to Bill Russell in 2011. Steph Curry was one of many NBA personalities who mourned the loss of Bill Russell two weeks ago. Curry paid tribute to the late Boston Celtics great on social media. The two seemed to have a great relationship off the court, with Russell often sharing posts about the Golden State Warriors superstar on Twitter. View this post on Instagram Instagram Post In an interview with Rayna Reid Rayford of Essence, Curry opened up about the legacy left by the 11-time NBA champion. He pointed out Russell's impact on and off the court, especially the hardships he had to overcome throughout his life. "Neither one of us is sitting here if he didn't do what he did in his career," Curry said. "Not just because of what he did in basketball, but in terms of the times that he played in. The hatred, the racism, the adversity, facing it his entire life, and especially during his playing days." "Had he not been the man that he was and pushed through everything he had to, I don't know if the NBA is in the space it is. It had trickle down effects to the rest of the basketball world. So, we're all eternally grateful for who he is and was, what he meant to the game, and what he meant to society." Russell was not present when Curry won his first ever Finals MVP award, which was named after the Celtics great. Nevertheless, he posted a video message on Twitter congratulating Curry and the Warriors. "Steph, congratulations on your first Bill Russell MVP award," Russell said. "I wish I could be there to give you the award myself, but I'm glad I can share this message to you regardless. You're a great person and player. Congratulations to you and your team. Have fun." TheBillRussell@RealBillRussellCongratulations to the @warriors on becoming the 2022 NBA #Champions and Congratulations to @StephenCurry30 on winning his FIRST! #BillRussellFinalsMVP Trophy! #NBAFinals2022 @NBA @NBAonABC @ESPNNBA #FinalsMVP @YouTubeTV260952380Congratulations to the @warriors on becoming the 2022 NBA #Champions and Congratulations to @StephenCurry30 on winning his FIRST! #BillRussellFinalsMVP Trophy! #NBAFinals2022 @NBA @NBAonABC @ESPNNBA #FinalsMVP @YouTubeTV https://t.co/CtH1aAJmnW Bill Russell s No 6 to be retired by all 30 NBA teams Bill Russell received the Presidential Medal Of Freedom in 2011. The NBA and NPBA announced on Thursday that Bill Russell's No. 6 jersey will not be issued by any of the 30 teams ever again. The number will be retired league-wide to honor the legacy and contributions of the legendary player. Russell was the first player in NBA history to have his number retired by all 30 teams. "Bill Russell’s unparalleled success on the court and pioneering civil rights activism deserve to be honored in a unique and historic way," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said. "Permanently retiring his No. 6 across every NBA team ensures that Bill's transcendent career will always be recognized." NBA Communications@NBAPRThe NBA and NBPA announced today that they will honor the life and legacy of 11-time NBA champion and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell by permanently retiring his uniform number, 6, throughout the league.Full release: on.nba.com/3doE2pZ67561684The NBA and NBPA announced today that they will honor the life and legacy of 11-time NBA champion and civil rights pioneer Bill Russell by permanently retiring his uniform number, 6, throughout the league.Full release: on.nba.com/3doE2pZ https://t.co/LdXT4Mf8W7 Russell was an 11-time All-Star and a five-time NBA MVP. He's considered one of the greatest players in the history of the league. However, his impact was felt more off the court. Russell was a huge part of the civil rights movement, fighting against racism and discrimination all his life. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Juan Paolo David × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? 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