Iconic Matches
39 entries in the Boston Celtics compendium.
Iconic Matches — Era Chart
1960 NBA Finals Game 7 vs St. Louis HawksThe Celtics defeated the Rockets four games to two to win their then-record 16th NBA champ1957 NBA Finals Game 7 vs St. Louis Hawks1957 NBA Finals Game 7: Celtics win first title in double overtime1965 Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 vs Philadelphia 76ersHavlicek stole the ball!1964 NBA Finals Game 5 vs San Francisco WarriorsThe Celtics clinched their sixth NBA title in 1964, continuing their dynasty.1968 NBA Finals Game 6 vs Los Angeles LakersA crucial game in the Celtics-Lakers rivalry, though specific details are not covered in t1974 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Milwaukee BucksThe 1974 NBA Finals saw the Bucks fall in Game 7 after Abdul-Jabbar's iconic sky hook in G1966 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersThe 1966 NBA Finals Game 7 was the Celtics' eighth straight championship, and Red Auerbach1969 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersThe Celtics stunned the heavily favored Lakers in Game 7, with Don Nelson's basket sealing1984 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersThe 1984 NBA Finals has been often regarded as one of the greatest finals ever played, and2010 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersLakers defeat Celtics 4–3 in 2010 NBA Finals.2008 NBA Finals Game 6 vs Los Angeles LakersThe Celtics defeated the Lakers in six games to win their first championship since 1986 an1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 4 vs Philadelphia 76ersThe 1981 Eastern Conference Finals: Celtics rally from 3–1 down to edge 76ers in seven.1976 NBA Finals Game 5 vs Phoenix SunsThe triple-overtime masterpiece that saved the dynasty and defined a generation.1981 NBA Finals Game 6 vs Houston RocketsThe Celtics won their 14th title, defeating the Houston Rockets in six games.1965 Eastern Division Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersThe 1965 Eastern Division Finals Game 7 was played between the Boston Celtics and the Phil1986 NBA Finals Game 6 vs Houston RocketsThe Celtics' last championship until 2008, capped by Larry Bird's Finals MVP performance.1965 NBA Eastern Division Semifinals Game 7 vs Philadelphia 76ersThe 1965 Eastern Division Finals Game 7: Havlicek steals the ball, Celtics advance.1968 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 6 vs New York KnicksOriginal New York, original NBA.1962 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles LakersThree overtimes. Two exhausted giants. One championship that defined a rivalry.1964 NBA Championship vs San Francisco WarriorsThe 1964 NBA Finals: Boston's sixth straight title in an eight-year dynasty.1985 NBA Eastern Conference Finals Game 7 vs Philadelphia 76ersCeltics swept the 76ers in five games, no Game 7 needed.1986 NBA Championship vs Houston RocketsThe Celtics' 16th championship, their last until 2008.1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 6 vs Philadelphia 76ersCeltics overcome 3–1 deficit to beat 76ers in 1981 Eastern Finals2008 Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 7 vs Cleveland CavaliersCeltics defeat Cavaliers in 2008 Game 7.1964 NBA Finals Game 7 vs San Francisco WarriorsThe 1964 NBA Finals ended in five games, not seven.1974 NBA Finals Game 6 vs Milwaukee BucksThe sky hook that echoed through history.1961 NBA Finals Game 7 vs St. Louis HawksThe Celtics' third straight title, and the Hawks' last Finals appearance to date.1965 Finals Game 7 Russell Rebounds vs LakersThe 1965 NBA Finals: Celtics claim seventh straight title against Lakers.1974 Finals Game 7 Havlicek Steal vs BucksHavlicek stole the ball!1969 Finals Game 7 Russell Final GameThe 1969 NBA Finals: The last championship of the Bill Russell dynasty and one of the grea1980 Playoffs Larry Bird DebutLarry Bird's playoff debut: a 3-1 series win over the Sixers.1985 Playoffs Dennis Johnson Steal vs SixersDefensive stopper and three-time NBA champion1957 Finals Game 7 Russell Rookie BlockA rookie's block sealed Boston's first title and launched a legendary dynasty.1987 NBA Finals Game 5 Celtics vs LakersLakers clinch 1987 NBA Finals with Game 5 win over Celtics2007 Big Three Trade DeadlineThe most successful team in NBA history, with 18 championships and a legacy of dynasties.1981 Playoffs Bird Buzzer Beater vs SixersLarry Bird's buzzer-beater in the 1981 Eastern Conference Finals helped the Celtics reach 1986 Playoffs Bird 60 Points vs BucksThe greatest rivalry in NBA history, spanning decades and legends.2008 NBA Finals Game 6 Celtics vs LakersThe Celtics returned to glory in 2008, winning their 17th title and first since 1986.1984 NBA Finals Game 6 Celtics vs LakersThe Lakers even the series in a heated Game 6.
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