Club History
36 entries in the Boston Celtics compendium.
Club History — Era Chart
Red Auerbach HiringRed Auerbach: Architect of the Celtics dynasty and pioneer of racial integration in the NBEight-Peat Dynasty (1959-1966)Eight rings. One dynasty. The standard no one has matched since.Larry Bird Drafted (1978)The Hick from French Lick who became a Celtics legend and a three-time MVP.1984 Championship VictoryThe 1984 NBA Finals: Celtics vs. Lakers – a seven-game classic that reignited a legendary First NBA Title (1957)The Celtics won their first title in 1957, beginning a dynasty that would win 11 champions1986 Championship VictoryThe Celtics' last championship until 2008.Bill Russell Drafted (1956)Defensive anchor of the Celtics dynasty and 11-time NBA champion.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 Celti2007-08 Big Three FormationTwenty-two years in the making: Three legends converge for the 17th banner.Paul Pierce Era BeginsThe 2011–12 Celtics: A lockout-shortened season, a deep playoff run, and the end of the Bi2008 NBA Championship WinThe Celtics' 17th title, led by Paul Pierce and the Big Three.Bill RussellThe cornerstone of the Celtics dynasty and a pioneer on and off the court.Satch SandersDefensive forward and eight-time NBA champion with the Boston Celtics.Paul PierceThe Truth from Oakland to Boston.Kevin McHaleThe Torture Chamber: A Man With a Thousand MovesRobert ParishThe stoic anchor of the 'Big Three' dynasty who won three titles in Boston before adding aDave CowensAn undersized giant who powered the Celtics to two titles with pure hustle.Sam JonesTen rings, one shooter: The quiet engine of the Celtics' dynasty.K.C. JonesK.C. Jones won all 12 of his NBA championships with the Boston Celtics (eight as a player,Danny AingeCeltics legend, two-time NBA champion as a player, and architect of the 2008 title team asDoc RiversNBA champion coach and former All-Star point guard.Kevin GarnettThe Big Ticket: A legend of intensity, versatility, and defensive greatness.Ray AllenThe sharpshooter who changed his number to 20 and led Boston to its 17th title.Dennis JohnsonDefensive stopper and three-time NBA champion, Dennis Johnson overcame early struggles to Rajon RondoCeltics legend and two-time NBA champion Rajon Rondo, a master facilitator and stat-sheet Celtic Dynasty (1957–1969)Eleven rings in thirteen years, forging the greatest dynasty sports has ever seen.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 dom1963-1966: 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.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 18 championships and a legacy of dynasties.
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