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NBA Legend Bill Russell's Oakland High School Names Renovated Gym In His Honor
"I think Bill would be very proud," said Jeannine Russell, Bill Russell's widow.
February 14, 2025
As the NBA's biggest talent descends on San Francisco for All-Star weekend, a high school across the Bay is joining in on the festivities by honoring one of its most successful graduates.
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The newly renovated gym at Oakland's McClymonds High School will now officially be known as Bill Russell Gymnasium.
"I think Bill would be very proud," said Jeannine Russell, Bill Russell's widow.
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