1964 NBA Finals Game 5 vs San Francisco Warriors
The Celtics claim their sixth NBA title, sweeping the Warriors in the 1964 Finals.
The Boston Celtics defeated the San Francisco Warriors in Game 5 of the 1964 NBA Finals to win their sixth NBA championship, completing a sweep of the series.
Quick Facts
- Series outcome
- Celtics won series 4-1
- Key matchup
- Bill Russell vs. Wilt Chamberlain
- Defensive strategy
- Team defense neutralizing dominant center
- Era context
- Peak of the Red Auerbach Dynasty
Lore & Background
The 1964 championship was part of the Celtics' record eight consecutive NBA titles, which began in 1959. The team was led by Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, and Tom Heinsohn, and coached by Red Auerbach. This was the Celtics' sixth title overall.
Reader's Guide
The Celtics' dynasty of the 1960s included this championship, their sixth, as they continued their dominance under coach Red Auerbach.
Did You Know?
- The Celtics won eight consecutive NBA championships from 1959 to 1966.
- Bill Russell won 11 NBA titles in his career, the most of any NBA player.
- The Celtics became the first NBA team to have an all African-American starting lineup in 1964.
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