Massachusetts legislators introduced a resolution to honor Bill Russell on Wednesday.
Senators Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren, along with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley introduced the legislation in honor of the Celtics great, who died on July 31 at 88. Per Markey’s office, the resolution aims to honor Russell’s career and civil rights advocacy.
“Bill Russell was a hero, a disruptor, a leader, a giant,” Markey said in a statement. “He was brilliance, fairness, and justice personified. The greatest winner in the history of all sports and the conscience of our city and country. We honor Bill Russell’s legacy as a Celtic, a champion, and a crusader.