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 Jayson Tatum with a memorial '24' on his shoulder.
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Why Do the Boston Celtics Have the Number 24 on Their Jerseys?

While the Boston Celtics’ uniform usually remains constant, they added a small detail this year: a black band bearing the number 24.

Joe Kozlowski  •  20 Apr 2022
A Boston Celtics fan holds a sign calling Kyrie Irving "the enemy."
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Kevin Durant Is Onto Something With His Surprising Kyrie Irving Claim, Even if Boston Fans Won’t Like It

While Boston Celtics fans may be booing Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant is right that there are some complicated emotions baked into the equation.

Joe Kozlowski  •  20 Apr 2022
Jayson Tatum (right) celebrates as the fans erupt after his basket at the buzzer.
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Jayson Tatum Likened to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant by a 7-Time NBA Champ

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum received quite the compliment from seven-time NBA champ Robert Horry.

Mike Thomas  •  20 Apr 2022
Boston Celtics players Larry Bird and Dennis Johnson celebrate the team's NBA championship in 1984.
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Top 5 Signature Moments in Boston Celtics Playoff History

The Boston Celtics have had so many signature moments in their playoff history. We ranked the top five.

Mike Thomas  •  19 Apr 2022
Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics celebrates the game winning basket as Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets looks on.
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The Boston Celtics Defeated the Brooklyn Nets at the Buzzer, but Marcus Smart Won It in the 3rd Quarter

Jayson Tatum got the credit for the game-winning basket for the Boston Celtics, but it was Marcus Smart who saved the day.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Apr 2022
NBA star Kyrie Irving before a playoff game against the Boston Celtics.
NBA
Kyrie Irving’s Contentious Relationship With Boston Highlights His Track Record of Immaturity

Kyrie Irving has a contentious relationship with Boston Celtics fans, and his recent actions during the playoffs highlighted his track record of immature behavior.

David Wysong  •  18 Apr 2022
Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics brings the ball up court.
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Jayson Tatum Didn’t Know Who Cedric Maxwell Was Until ESPN Stepped In

Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum now knows who Cedric Maxwell is, thanks to ESPN.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Apr 2022
Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles against Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics.
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Kyrie Irving Gets Testy Explaining Why He Gave Boston Celtics Fans the Finger During Game 1

Kyrie Irving played one heck of a game in a 115-114 loss to the Boston Celtics on Sunday.

Mike Thomas  •  18 Apr 2022
Boston Celtics player Larry Bird talks to the media.
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Larry Bird Had a Mentality Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics Need Against the Brooklyn Nets

Larry Bird had a mentality during the 1984 NBA Eastern Conference Finals that Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics need now.

Mike Thomas  •  17 Apr 2022
Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics before the game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
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Marcus Smart, Boston Celtics Up for Challenge vs. Kyrie Irving and the Nets: ‘We’re Definitely Ready’

Marcus Smart and the Boston Celtics are anxious to get back at it after a week off.

Mike Thomas  •  17 Apr 2022