Russell was also an NBA coach. He coached the Celtics from 1966 to 1969, Seattle SuperSonics from 1973 to 1977 and the Sacramento Kings from 1987 to 1988.
Russell won two NCAA titles in 1955 and 1956. He ended his college career with the University of San Francisco by winning his last 55 straight games and achieving an undefeated season in 1956.[1] Before entering the NBA, Russell also earned an Olympic gold medal in 1956.[2] The US team, led by Russell, was undefeated and won by an unsurpassed victory margin of 53.5 points per game[3]
Russell was named the NBA MVP five times during his career. He won 11 championships in 13 seasons as a player, the most in NBA history, including eight in a row from 1959 through 1966.[4] During his NBA career, he made it to the championship round during 12 of his 13 seasons.