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Local reflections on the passing of Celtics legend Bill Russell

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Celtics legend Bill Russell has passed away at the age of 88. We reflect on Russell's life and legacy, and his impact on the sport, the city of Boston and the country as a whole. We're joined by Howard Bryant, senior writer at ESPN and sports correspondent for NPR's Weekend Edition Saturday, and Dan Shaughnessy, Boston Globe sports reporter and author of "Wish It Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics."

This segment aired on August 1, 2022.

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