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LeBron James Pays Tribute to Bill Russell by Returning to Jersey Number 23

LeBron James will switch back to wearing jersey number 23 for the Los Angeles Lakers in the upcoming NBA season as a sign of respect for the late Bill Russell, an 11-time champion with the Boston Celtics and civil rights activist. Russell's number 6 was recently retired league-wide after his passing, but players who already wore the number were allowed to continue doing so. James had been wearing number 6 for the past two seasons with the Lakers but will now return to his original number 23.

via CNN|

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sports2 years ago•1 min saved

LeBron James Pays Tribute to Bill Russell, Returns to No. 23 Jersey

LeBron James will be returning to wearing No. 23 next season, as announced by the Los Angeles Lakers. James had previously alternated between No. 23 and No. 6 throughout his career, but has decided to switch back to No. 23 out of respect for Bill Russell, whose No. 6 jersey is now retired by the league.

via NBA.com|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"LeBron James Pays Tribute to Bill Russell, Switches Back to Jersey Number 23"

LeBron James will change his jersey number from No. 6 back to No. 23 for the Los Angeles Lakers in honor of Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell. The NBA retired No. 6 league-wide after Russell's death last year, but players wearing the number at the time were allowed to keep it. James had been wearing No. 6 for the past two seasons, but will now return to No. 23, which he has worn for the majority of his NBA career.

via ESPN|

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Victor Wembanyama: Rising Star Draws Comparisons and Seeks Championship Success

Jerry West, former Los Angeles Lakers legend, compared San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama to Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, praising his shot-blocking ability and defensive presence. Wembanyama, with his size and wingspan, showcased his skills in the NBA Summer League, blocking five shots in his debut. West believes Wembanyama could have a significant impact on the Spurs and potentially become a defensive star like Russell.

via Lakers Daily|

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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

Matt Damon Talks Oppenheimer and Dream Beer Buddy.

Matt Damon stars in a new Stella Artois commercial alongside Zoe Saldaña, Ludacris, and Jeremy Allen White for the beer company's "Let's Do Dinner" contest, which will fly 15 lucky winners and their plus-ones to New York for a star-studded event featuring fare from renowned chefs, live performances, and a guest list of some of the world's most fascinating people. The epic dinner party will also support Water.org, the nonprofit that Damon co-founded in 2009 with Gary White that works to bring safe water and sanitation to people living in poverty across Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Damon reveals that he wishes he could catch up with Boston sports figure Bill Russell over a frosty glass of beer.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Brown and Celtics anticipate Embiid's impact in 76ers rivalry playoff matchup"

Boston Celtics player Jaylen Brown is inspired by the historic rivalry between the Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers, dating back to the 1950s. Brown has been watching Bill Russell's Netflix series to learn more about the rivalry and Russell's competitive nature. The Celtics and 76ers will face off in the playoffs for the 23rd time, with Boston owning a 14-8 record. Brown hopes to continue the Celtics' winning streak and channel Russell's competitive spirit throughout the series.

via NBA.com|

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