In a recent episode of his “The OGs” podcast, cohost Udonis Haslem, a former Miami Heat player, made controversial comments about Hall of Fame Boston Celtics big man Bill Russell during a pregame speech. Haslem said “(expletive) Bill Russell” while discussing the retirement of Russell’s iconic No. 6 jersey in every NBA arena after his passing.

Fellow former NBAer Cedric Maxwell responded to those words on his own podcast, CLNS Media’s aptly named “Cedric Maxwell” podcast, and Cornbread did not take such comments lightly. Maxwell argued Russell’s legacy as a black man in the league should never be approached with disrespect.

He compared the situation to Jackie Robinson’s retired number in MLB and emphasized the importance of recognizing Russell’s contributions to the NBA, sharing his disappointment in Haslem, whom he otherwise admires, for making such remarks.

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