1968 NBA Championship
The Celtics won their 11th title in 1968, defeating the Lakers in six games.
The Boston Celtics won their 11th NBA championship in 1968, defeating the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Finals.
- Champion
- Boston Celtics
- Opponent
- Los Angeles Lakers
- Series Result
- 4-2
- MVP
- Bill Russell
- Head Coach
- Red Auerbach
- Key Rivalry
- Celtics vs. Lakers
Lore & Background
The 1968 NBA Finals was the sixth meeting between the Celtics and Lakers in the Finals. The series ended in six games, with the Celtics winning 4–2.
In Their Own Story
The air inside the Boston Garden was thick with anticipation as Game 7 began. Bill Russell stood at center court, his eyes scanning the opposing lineup. With seconds ticking away and the score tied, he grabbed a crucial rebound, signaling to his teammates that this was their moment. The roar of the crowd erupted as the final buzzer sounded, confirming another dynasty-defining victory.
Reader's Guide
The Celtics were coached by Bill Russell, who served as player-coach. The team played its home games at the Boston Garden.
Did You Know?
- The NBA Finals MVP award was not introduced until 1969, so no player won it in 1968.
- Red Auerbach coached the Celtics to nine championships (1957, 1959–1966), not the 1968 title.
- Bill Russell coached the Celtics to the 1968 and 1969 championships.
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