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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The Celtics' Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce head back up court.

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Kendrick Perkins Wants Peace Between Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen, Offers Foolish Way of Getting It Done

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Mike Thomas • 24 Feb 2022

Jayson Tatum of Team Durant looks on in the first half during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game.

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Jayson Tatum on Photo Shoot With Celtics Greats: ‘I Kind of Felt Like I Didn’t Even Belong’

Jayson Tatum wasn’t quite sure he belonged during a photo shoot with former Celtics stars.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2022

Boston Celtics power forward Kevin Garnett, right, reacts after being called for a foul against Miami Heat shooting guard Ray Allen.

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Kevin Garnett’s Reaction to Ray Allen’s All-Star Game Introduction Seemingly Says It All

It doesn’t appear Kevin Garnett has forgiven former Boston Celtics teammate Ray Allen just yet.

Mike Thomas • 22 Feb 2022

Los Angeles Lakers Kurt Rambis and Boston Celtics Danny Ainge and Larry Bird all end up on floor during 1985 NBA Finals action.

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Larry Bird’s 1985 NBA Finals Scouting Report Contained a 4-Word Self-Assessment

Larry Bird gave an in-depth scouting report of both teams prior to the 1985 NBA Finals against the LA Lakers.

Mike Thomas • 21 Feb 2022

Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum scores on a slam dunk on Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James.

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Jayson Tatum on Posterizing LeBron James: ‘I Was Fully Aware of What I Had Just Done’

Jayson Tatum sad he knew he made it big when he dunked on LeBron James in the 2018 Eastern Conference Finals.

Mike Thomas • 20 Feb 2022

Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics looks on during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Jayson Tatum Opens Up About His Most Frustrating Times With the Celtics

Jayson Tatum opened up about some of his frustrating times with the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas • 19 Feb 2022

Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball during the second half against the Denver Nuggets.

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Marcus Smart Proves His Worth to the Celtics Without Stepping on the Court

Marcus Smart and the Boston Celtics have won nine of their last 10 games heading into the All-Star break.

Mike Thomas • 18 Feb 2022

Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics is fouled by Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Marcus Smart Loves Frustrating Opponents With His Flopping: ‘It’s One of the Best Feelings in the World’

Marcus Smart may not be the best shooter but he always finds a way to get it done.

Mike Thomas • 16 Feb 2022

Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart and former Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant.

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Marcus Smart Outrageously Believes the Celtics Would Have Beaten Kevin Durant’s Warriors in the 2018 NBA Finals

The Celtics were one win away from playing in the 2018 NBA Finals, and Marcus Smart outrageously believes they would have beaten the Warriors had they made the series.

David Wysong • 15 Feb 2022