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Celtics Honor Bill Walton with Heartfelt Tribute Before NBA Finals

Players and fans commemorate the late NBA legend with special shirts, pins, and a moment of silence.

  • Bill Walton, a key figure in the Celtics' 1986 championship, was remembered before Game 1 of the Finals.
  • Both Celtics and Mavericks players wore tribute shirts featuring Walton's name in tie-dye colors.
  • The tribute included a video, a moment of silence, and commemorative tie-dye pins for fans.
  • NBA Commissioner Adam Silver praised Walton as an ambassador for the sport and a beloved figure.
  • Walton's family attended the game, witnessing the heartfelt honors from the Celtics and their fans.
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