“Bill’s wife Jeannine and his large network of friends and family are grateful that you have kept him in your prayers. Maybe you’ll remember one or two of the memorable occasions he shared with us, or you’ll remember his characteristic chuckle as he enjoyed sharing the true tale of how those events played out,” the statement said. “And with Bill’s unwavering, honorable, and consistently positive devotion to principle, we really hope that everyone of us may discover a new way to act or speak up. That would be our beloved Russell’s final and unending victory.” Adam Silver, the commissioner of the NBA, said that he was the greatest champion in all of team sports.
