John 'Honey' Russell
Career Overview

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John "Honey" Russell's basketball career spanned two decades, during which he became a well-regarded figure in the sport. Born on May 31, 1902, in Brooklyn, New York, Russell's journey in basketball began in the early days of the professional game. His career unfolded during a transformative period for basketball, as the sport was gaining popularity and evolving in

John "Honey" Russell's basketball career spanned two decades, during which he became a well-regarded figure in the sport. Born on May 31, 1902, in Brooklyn, New York, Russell's journey in basketball began in the early days of the professional game. His career unfolded during a transformative period for basketball, as the sport was gaining popularity and evolving in

Career Coaching Record

BAA 1947-1948

Win-Loss

42–66

Win %

.389

Post Season

1–2

Championships

0

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Career Timeline

1928-1930

Chicago Bruins (ABL1)

Head Coach

1935

Newark Mules (ABL)

Head Coach

1938-1939

Bronx Yankees (WPBT)

Head Coach

1940

Wilkes-Barre Barons (ABL)

Head Coach

1943-1944

Brooklyn Indians (ABL)

Head Coach

1945

New York Gothams (ABL)

Head Coach

1946

Trenton Tigers (ABL)

Head Coach

1947-1948

Boston Celtics (BAA)

Head Coach

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