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' Larry Bird controls the ball over the Pistons' Joe Dumars with the Celtics' Danny Ainge
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Larry Bird won his third straight MVP and the Boston Celtics won their third title of the decade in 1986.

Mike Thomas  •  20 Oct 2022
Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics drives towards the basket against James Harden of the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA
Marcus Smart Talks Boston Celtics Maturity: ‘I Could’ve Cracked His Head Open, but I Didn’t’

Marcus Smart and the Boston Celtics are motivated to raise Banner No. 18 to the TD Garden rafters.

Mike Thomas  •  19 Oct 2022
Boston Celtics interim head coach Joe Mazzulla looks on during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA
It’s Early, but the Boston Celtics Sent a Message That Rings Loud and Clear

Joe Mazzulla and the Boston Celtics started off on the right foot as the NBA began play Tuesday night.

Mike Thomas  •  19 Oct 2022
Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics jump in the air prior to Game 1 against the Miami Heat.
NBA
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Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are motivated to raise Banner No. 18 for the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Oct 2022
Bill Russell is honored at halftime of the game between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat at TD Garden on April 13, 2016.
NBA
Bill Russell Said 3 People Were Responsible for Making the Boston Celtics ‘Special’ During His Era

Bill Russell once said there were three people responsible for making the Boston Celtics “special” during his playing days.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Oct 2022
Jayson Tatum attempts a pass over Joel Embiid.
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Jack Dougherty  •  18 Oct 2022
Boston Celtics center Bill Russell
NBA
Bringing Bill Russell on Board: Boston Celtics Championship History Moment No. 1

Trading for Bill Russell in 1956 is the most significant move in Boston Celtics history.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Oct 2022
Head coach Joe Mazzulla of the Boston Celtics reacts during the second quarter of the game against the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA
For the Boston Celtics, This Is Where the NBA Finals Loss Helps

The Boston Celtics are hungry and motivated after coming up short in the NBA Finals last year.

Mike Thomas  •  16 Oct 2022
Malcolm Brogdon of the Boston Celtics takes part in warmups.
NBA
Boston Celtics Notebook: Is This the Start of a Malcolm Brogdon Trend?

The injury to Boston Celtics guard Malcolm Brogdon isn’t considered serious, but it has to be concerning.

Mike Thomas  •  16 Oct 2022
A fight breaks out during the third quarter of a regular season NBA game between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers.
NBA
Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers: A Look Back at the Heated 1980s Rivalry

The Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers have had some heated battles through the years.

Mike Thomas  •  16 Oct 2022