Bill Russell and Jackie Robinson: Why are they the NBA's and MLB's picks to retire their numbers from every team?

Should the NBA retire Bill Russell's number league-wide?

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Bill Russell Says Jackie Robinson 'Was a Hero' to Him, Inspired Him to Pursue Head Coaching Job

NBA to retire Bill Russell's No. 6, honor his legacy in multiple ways next season – NBC Sports Boston

The Sporting News on X: Across the four major sports, only three players have their jersey numbers retired across the league. 🔹 Bill Russell, No. 6, NBA 🔹 Jackie Robinson, No. 42

Fans react as NBA announces that the late Bill Russell's number 6 jersey will be retired

Charania] The NBA will retire the No. 6 league-wide honoring the late, legendary player and activist Bill Russell. : r/nba

Only 3 Legendary Athletes Have Their Numbers Retired League Wide - The Spun: What's Trending In The Sports World Today

Bill Russell on Jackie Robinson, 02/03/2022

Bill Russell on meeting Jackie, 02/09/2022

Magic Johnson calls for NBA to retire Bill Russell's No. 6 league-wide – NBC Sports Boston

Bill Russell's No. 6 is being retired across the NBA : NPR