The Last Pass: Cousy, Russell, the Celtics, and What Matters in the End

Bob Cousy and Bill Russell were an NBA duo turned dynasty, but the racial tensions of the Civil Rights Era divided them, scarring Russell with discrimination and Cousy with regret. During their seven seasons together, Cousy wishes he had spoken out publicly about the racism Russell faced in Boston and across the NBA. He also wishes he had privately pulled aside Russell, and told him, “Russ, I’ve got your back.” Is it possible at this late hour for Cooz to close the circle with Russ? With full access to Cousy, journalist Gary M. Pomerantz uncovers timely insights into today’s rise of racial tension in sports and broader society in his new book THE LAST PASS.

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