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NBABob Cousy ‘proud’ he played a role in helping NBA grow

Living legend and Hall of Fame point guard Bob Cousy reflected on his his role in the growth of the NBA in an intimate interview with Steve Aschburner of NBA.com. Cousy, who turned 91 years old on Friday, was a trail blazing floor general who made 13 All-Star appearances in 14 seasons. He won six […]

Boston CelticsCeltics legend Bob Cousy calls Bill Russell 'a very sensitive black man' in light of the racism he faced

Boston Celtics great Bob Cousy will be soon honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom later this month, and as he reminisced on his life and what made him worthy of this honor, the 91-year-old former guard expanded on his regret of not having more conversations with fellow Hall of Famer Bill Russell on matters […]

Boston CelticsBob Cousy dishes on his Presidential Medal of Freedom

Boston Celtics legend Bob Cousy will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom this month. Cousy, who recently turned 91, spoke on how he was told he would be receiving the medal and what it meant to him: “The President called me last Dec. 3, with he and Joe having lunch together at the White House. Joe […]

Boston CelticsHall of Famer Bob Cousy thinks Boston will be 'in the top 2'

Hall of Famer Bob Cousy couldn’t help himself but to throw a humble prediction for the Boston Celtics, team for which he played 13 seasons. The Celtics came ever-so-close to reaching the NBA Finals this year, falling a game short with an undermanned roster — but Cousy thinks the current roster has what it takes […]

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