1966 NBA Finals Game 7 vs Los Angeles Lakers
The 1966 NBA Finals Game 7 was the Celtics' eighth straight championship, and Red Auerbach's last game as head coach.
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The 1966 NBA Finals Game 7 between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers was the decisive game of the series. The Celtics won the game and the championship, 95-93. This victory marked the eighth consecutive NBA championship for the Celtics, and the final game for head coach Red Auerbach.
Quick Facts
- Date
- April 24, 1966
- Venue
- Boston Garden
- Series result
- Celtics won 4-3
- Final score
- Celtics 95, Lakers 93
- Key figure (celtics)
- Bill Russell
Lore & Background
The Lakers made the NBA Finals six times in the 1960s, but lost every series to the Celtics. The 1966 Finals was one of those series, with the Celtics winning 4-3.
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