Club History
22 entries in the Boston Celtics compendium.
Red Auerbach HiringRed Auerbach: Architect of the Celtics dynasty and pioneer of racial integration in the NBA.Eight-Peat Dynasty (1959-1966)Eight straight titles: the Celtics' unmatched dynasty from 1959 to 1966.Larry Bird Drafted (1978)The Hick from French Lick became a Celtic legend.1984 Championship VictoryThe 1984 NBA Finals: The peak of the Celtics-Lakers rivalry.First NBA Title (1957)The original rivalry: Celtics vs. Knicks, since 1946.1986 Championship VictoryThe Celtics' 16th championship, sealed by Larry Bird's MVP performance.Bill Russell Drafted (1956)The cornerstone of the Celtics dynasty and a pioneer on and off the court.TD Garden Opening (1995)Boston's premier sports and entertainment venue, home of the Celtics and Bruins.Celtics-Lakers RivalryThe greatest rivalry in NBA history, featuring 12 Finals meetings between the Boston Celtics and Los Angeles…2007-08 Big Three FormationTwenty-two years in the making: Three legends converge for the 17th banner.Paul Pierce Era BeginsA season cut short by tragedy and injury, ending a five-year Atlantic Division title run.2008 NBA Championship WinThe Celtics' 17th title, led by Paul Pierce and the Big Three.Celtic Dynasty (1957–1969)The most successful team in NBA history, with 18 championships and a legacy of dynasties.The Big Three Era (2008)The 2008 Celtics: A new Big Three brings Banner 17 to Boston.1984 NBA Finals vs. LakersThe peak of the 1980s Celtics-Lakers rivalry.1946-1950: The Founding YearsFounded in 1946 as one of the BAA's original 11 teams.1981-1986: The Big Three FormationThe era that defined frontcourt dominance and brought three championships to Boston.1957-1962: The Bill Russell Championship RunOne trade changed history. Bill Russell arrives, the Green Dynasty begins its reign of dominance.1963-1966: The John Havlicek Era BeginsHavlicek's arrival secured the dynasty's future through four more titles.1987-1993: The Dominique Wilkins Rivalry EraThe most successful team in NBA history, with 18 championships and a legacy of dynasties.2008-2013: The Rajon Rondo & Kendrick Perkins EraThe most successful team in NBA history.2000-2004: The Antoine Walker & Chauncey Billups PeriodThe most successful team in NBA history, with 16 championships by the 2000-2004 period and a legacy of…
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