Check the Complete list of NBA MVP winners from 1956 to 2025, including players, teams, positions, and nationalities.

Russell won 13 NBA titles as a player and coach. Bill Russell will be remembered as a tremendous rebounder, legendary post defender and NBA Hall of Famer. But more than anything, he will be remembered ...

Bill Russell, seen in 1956 while playing at the University of San Francisco, was known for his defensive work on the court and his civil rights advocacy. (Photo: Bettmann via Getty Images) Bill ...

Bill Russell, the cornerstone of the Boston Celtics' dynasty that won eight straight titles and 11 overall during his career, died Sunday. The Hall of Famer was 88. Over a 15-year period, beginning ...

Bill Russell will be remembered as a tremendous rebounder, legendary post defender and NBA Hall of Famer. But more than anything, he will be remembered as the greatest winner in basketball history.