Campy Russell


Michael Campanella "Campy" Russell is an American former professional basketball player. He played the small forward position in the National Basketball Association for the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks for nine years and played in the 1979 NBA All-Star Game.

College

Before joining the NBA, Russell was a star player at the University of Michigan. Russell played three seasons at Michigan, and in his junior year he averaged 23.7 points per game. He was named an All American that year.

Professional career

During his All Star season in the NBA in 1978–1979, Russell averaged 21.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game for the Cavaliers.

After basketball

Today, Russell works in the Cavaliers' front office as Director of Alumni Relations. He served as a co-host of the Cavaliers' pregame and postgame show on Bally Sports Ohio. ending with the 2023-2024 season. On March 26, 2022, Russell was honored with a spot on the Cavaliers Wall of Honor along with former players World B. Free and Lenny Wilkens and former owner Gordon Gund.

NBA career statistics

Regular season

Playoffs