On this day: Russell retires; Earl drafted; Greene waived

On this day, Boston Celtics big man luminary Bill Russell retired after 13 seasons and 11 titles.

It was also former Celtics guard Orien Greene’s last day with the team, having been waived by Boston on this date in 2006.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbiUXjHSd-M

Greene was drafted 53rd overall by the Celtics out of Louisiana-Lafayette, and played for the team for one season, over which he logged 3.2 points, 1.8 boards and 1.6 assists per game.

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