This is a tough one. Both Stan Musial and Julius "Dr. J" Erving could very well be considered the best to wear this number. However, looking at Bill Russell's personal and team acheivements, we'll give him the nod here. Check it out:
- Five-time NBA MVP: 1958, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965
- Eleven-time NBA Champion: 1957, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969
- Twelve-time NBA All-Star: 1958-1969
- Olympic Gold Medalist: 1956
- NCAA Champion: 1955 and 1956
- NCCA Most Outstanding Player of the NCAA Tournament: 1956
He acheived these accolades with the University of San Francisco, the Boston Celtics and the USA. Did you know......Bill was drafted by the St. Louis Hawks, second overall in 1956. His draft rights were subsequently traded to the Celtics. (photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE/Getty Images)
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I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Russell this summer early one morning walking the streets of Boston. He shook my hand and couldn't have been more polite. On top of everything he accomplished, playing in Boston when he did with all the race issues that were going on and being able to keep a cool head and still perform speaks volumes about his abilities and his character. Amazing guy.
ReplyDeleteno argument here...Bill Russell hands down.
ReplyDeletehow about dr.J!!
ReplyDeleteNot denying Bill Russell, but let's not forget Stan "The Man" Musial.
ReplyDeleteBest NBA player. Ever. all you need is the championships (11) and mvp's (5)
ReplyDeletestan the man musial!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI have to go along with Stan Musial.
ReplyDeleteFunny, I can't think of a great number 6 in the NFL. Is Jay Cutler the best anybody can come up with? Not a popular number I guess.