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Which award did Bill Russell receive in 1968?

  • Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year

  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award

  • Presidential Medal of Freedom

  • NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award

Answer

Bill Russell received a number of awards, a few of which are listed here:
  • Presidential Medal Of Freedom (2011)
  • Honorary Doctorate From Harvard University (2007)
  • Sports Illustrated Sportsperson Of The Year (1968)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1965)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1963)
  • NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award (1963)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1962)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1961)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1958)
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