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Always driven by his 'neurotic desire to win', Bill Russell is probably one of the best basketball players in the world. Bill Russell is not just a champion in his chosen craft and career, he actually defines the champion.
Born in Louisiana in 1934, Russell moved to Oakland to become a skillfull and professional basketball player. He joined the NBA draft in 1956 and from then on, Bill Russell continued in making a great name in the world of basketball. He even won a gold medal for basketball in the Olympics.
Bill Russell is estimated to be worth $1o million.
Earnings & Financial Data
Date |
Category |
Description |
Amount |
---|---|---|---|
1987 |
Royalties |
Earnings after selling his retirement story to Sports Illustrated |
$10,000 |
1964 |
Salary |
Salary from Boston Celtics |
$100,001 |
1955 |
Contract |
Rookie contract with Boston Celtics |
$24,000 |