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February 12th, 1958-Bill Russell grabs 41 rebounds as Celtics top Syracuse Nationals

By: Dylan Miller, Editor-in-Chief • February 12, 2024
February 12th, 1958-Bill Russell grabs 41 rebounds as Celtics top Syracuse Nationals
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Bill Russell led the Celtics to a 119-101 victory with an impressive stat-line of 41 rebounds and 18 points in 40 minutes of playing time. Nearly 2 years later against the Nationals again, Russell set a career high of 51 rebounds, the second most in a game behind Wilt Chamberlain’s 55.

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Dylan Miller
Dylan Miller, Editor-in-Chief
Dylan Miller is currently a Senior at Colonia High School. He enjoys participating in sports, earning varsity letters in cross country, winter track and spring track. In addition to participating in sports, Miller also follows the NFL, NBA and MLB. Scouting is a large part of Miller’s extracurricular activities as an Eagle Scout. At this level he will learn more about leadership and communication, which Miller is eager to add to his skill set as he prepares for college. When he’s not busy in school or running, he enjoys watching TV shows like Ted Lasso. He also likes listening to sports analysts Colin Cowherd, Jim Rome or Dan Patrick. He aspires to work in the sports field and run track in college.