Look: Photo surfaces of Bill Russell kneeling with Presidential Medal
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Proud to take a knee, and to stand tall against social injustice." #takeaknee #medaloffreedom #NFL #BillRussell #MSNBC pic.twitter.com/1MhinoAcW7
— TheBillRussell (@BillRus73270016) September 25, 2017
A photo of NBA legend Bill Russell has surfaced on social media in what appears to be a gesture of support for those who protest during "The Star-Spangled Banner."
The picture is likely in response to Donald Trump's recent criticism of NFL players who kneel during the national anthem.
The 11-time NBA champion was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Barack Obama in 2011.