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“Sam Jones was one of the most talented, versatile, and clutch shooters for the most successful and dominant teams in NBA history,” the Boston Celtics said in a statement.

Jan. 4 1970 — The Minnesota Vikings become the first expansion team to win the NFL title by beating the Cleveland Browns 27-7 in 8-degree temperatures in Bloomington, Minn. 1970 — Kansas City’s defense, highlighted by four interceptions, three in the final quarter, carries the Chiefs to a 17-7 victory over Oakland Raiders in the last AFL title game.

Despite all of the accolades, records and famous anecdotes about him, most people still dont know much about Bill Russell — the player or the person. Part of that is due to a lack of game film from his era, but part of it is due to his somewhat introverted (albeit with good reason) personality and negative opinion toward the media.

Only one team can stand on top the mountain. Across sports history, the very best teams are the ones that dominate, create intense feelings, and leave lasting memories. They’re the clubs you hear...

Erik Spoelstra has been named Assistant Coach for the 2022-24 USA Men’s National Basketball Team. He joins a staff led by head coach Steve Kerr with fellow assistant coaches Monty Williams and Mark Few. Spoelstra will help lead Team USA training camps, and if qualified, will return to the Philippines for the 2023 FIBA World Cup which also includes games in Japan and Indonesia

Dan Shaughnessy shares his magical experiences in his new book, “Wish it Lasted Forever: Life with the Larry Bird Celtics.”

“Winning Time” already has one surprisingly big fan

A jersey worn by Boston Celtics great Bill Russell in the last game of his NBA career fetched $1,116,250 in an auction of memorabilia collected by the basketball legend and civil rights icon, Hunt Au…

A jersey worn by Boston Celtics great Bill Russell in the last game of his NBA career fetched $1,116,250 in an auction of memorabilia collected by the basketball legend and civil rights icon, Hunt Au…

A lot of stuff rattles around the Sports Guys head, so much that Bill Simmons must share them in his ramblings.