Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics is a professional American basketball team that competes in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Based in Boston, Massachusetts, the Celtics belong to the Eastern Conference, along with 14 other teams, including the Chicago Bulls, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the New York Knicks.

Founded in 1946, the Boston Celtics is one of the original eight teams of the NBA. The team is tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most NBA Championships at 17 and holds the record for most recorded wins of any NBA team.

During its franchise history, the Boston Celtics has been home to four MVP Award winners (Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, Dave Cowens, and Larry Bird) and has also featured such notable players as John Havlicek, Kevin Garnett, Kevin McHale, Paul Perce, Ray Allen, and Robert Parish.

  • Established: 1946
  • Home State: Massachusetts
  • Colors: Green, Gold, Black, Brown, and White
  • Mascot: Lucky the Leprechaun
  • Head Coach: Ime Udoka
  • Arena: TD Garden
  • NBA Championships: 17

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Boston Celtics forward Kevin McHale faces Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
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Kevin McHale Had a Tough Time Believing the 1980s Boston Celtics Dynasty Would Ever End

Kevin McHale admitted he was surprised by how quickly the Boston Celtics run in the 1980s came to an end.

Mike Thomas • 06 Sep 2023
Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird starts a fast break in front of Los Angeles Lakers forward Kurt Rambis.
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Does Larry Bird Not Want to Reunite With His Former Boston Celtics Teammates?

Would Larry Bird join a reunion with his former Boston Celtics teammates?

Mike Thomas • 03 Sep 2023
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo holds his head after falling into the stands.
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Rajon Rondo Officially Found Out About His Own ACL Tear While Listening to the Radio

Former Boston Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo found out the extent of his 2013 knee injury by turning on the radio.

Mike Thomas • 02 Sep 2023
Boston Celtics guard Rajon Rondo, left, and Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce celebrate Rondo's basket.
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Eyeing Larry Bird's Record, Rajon Rondo Was a Painful No-Go After a Surprising ACL Tear

Rajon Rondo eyed a record held by Larry Bird, but an ACL tear prevented him from possibly breaking the mark.

Mike Thomas • 01 Sep 2023
Rajon Rondo of the Boston Celtics passes the ball as Udonis Haslem of the Miami Heat defends.
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Rajon Rondo Is Happy His Bold Request Never Transpired as a Rookie With the Boston Celtics

As a rookie with the Boston Celtics, Rajon Rondo wasn't too happy with all those losses.

Mike Thomas • 31 Aug 2023
Rajon Rondo of the Chicago Bulls defends Isaiah Thomas of the Boston Celtics.
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Rajon Rondo's Basketball IQ Is on Another Level, and He Revealed His Unique Mindset When Facing the Boston Celtics

It sounds cliché, but Rajon Rondo was literally a coach on the floor while running the point.

Mike Thomas • 30 Aug 2023
Larry Bird of the Boston Celtics in action against the New York Knicks.
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Cedric Maxwell Reveals What Really Set Larry Bird Apart From His Boston Celtics Teammates: ‘I Was Envious'

Cedric Maxwell recently explained what really set former Boston Celtics star Larry Bird apart from the rest of the team.

Mike Thomas • 29 Aug 2023
Robert Parish of the Boston Celtics shoots during an NBA game circa 1989.
NBA
How 1 Phone Call Provided Robert Parish With All the Motivation He Needed to Thrive in the NBA

A struggling Robert Parish found new life with the Boston Celtics after four years with the Golden State Warriors.

Mike Thomas • 27 Aug 2023
Isaiah Thomas of the Boston Celtics reacts in the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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At 5-Foot-9, Isaiah Thomas Said He Figured Out the NBA With the Boston Celtics and Insisted There Was More Coming

Isaiah Thomas said he figured the game out with the Boston Celtics and would've averaged 34 points had he not gotten injured.

Mike Thomas • 26 Aug 2023
Atlanta Hawks forward Dominique Wilkins goes in for a layup against the Boston Celtics.
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Dominique Wilkins Recalls Paying His Dues Against Larry Bird As a Rookie With the Atlanta Hawks

Dominique Wilkins said he had to pay his dues as a rookie when he faced Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas • 25 Aug 2023