8 Consecutive NBA Titles (1959-1966)
Eight straight. Unmatched.
The Boston Celtics won eight consecutive NBA championships from 1959 to 1966, the longest championship streak in U.S. professional sports history.
Quick Facts
- Opponents faced
- St. Louis Hawks
- Minneapolis Lakers
- Syracuse Nationals
- San Francisco Warriors
Lore & Background
During this period, the Celtics met the Los Angeles Lakers in the Finals five times, starting an intense and often bitter rivalry that has spanned generations.
Reader's Guide
The Celtics' dynasty began after acquiring Bill Russell in 1956 and K.C. Jones in 1958. Led by Russell, Bob Cousy, and Tom Heinsohn, they won their first title in 1957 and then eight straight from 1959 to 1966.
Did You Know?
- Bill Russell won 11 NBA titles, the most by any player.
- The Celtics became the first NBA team to have an all African-American starting lineup in 1964.
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