Boston Celtics
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Overview
The Boston Celtics are one of the most storied franchises in NBA history, based in Boston, Massachusetts. As a cornerstone of the league since 1946, the Celtics have built a legacy defined by 17 championships, tied for the most in NBA history. The team plays its home games at TD Garden and is known for its iconic green and white uniforms, as well as a passionate fan base that has supported legends like Bill Russell, Larry Bird, and Paul Pierce. In recent years, the Celtics have been perennial contenders, led by All-Stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, with a focus on modern two-way basketball.
This season
The 2025-26 season ended in dramatic disappointment for the Celtics. After building a 3-1 series lead in the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Philadelphia 76ers, Boston suffered a historic collapse, losing three straight games, including a decisive Game 7 defeat. The series was marked by controversy, with Jaylen Brown publicly criticizing the officiating and calling out Joel Embiid for flopping. The collapse drew widespread criticism, with analysts on Inside the NBA roasting the team's inability to close out the series. Defensive weaknesses that had been masked during the regular season were exposed in the playoffs, leading to an early exit and questions about the team's future direction.
Career highlights
- 17 NBA championships (most recent: 2008).
- Won 8 consecutive NBA titles from 1959 to 1966, a record unmatched in North American professional sports.
- Bill Russell led the team to 11 championships in 13 seasons as a player and player-coach.
- Larry Bird led the Celtics to 3 titles (1981, 1984, 1986) and won 3 MVP awards.
- Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen won the 2008 championship, ending a 22-year drought.
- Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have led the team to multiple Eastern Conference Finals appearances since 2017.
- Retired numbers include 23 players and coaches, the most of any NBA team.
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FAQ
- How many championships have the Boston Celtics won?
- The Celtics have won 17 NBA championships, tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most in league history.
- Who are the current stars of the Boston Celtics?
- The team is led by All-Stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, both of whom have been central to the Celtics' recent playoff runs.
- What happened to the Celtics in the 2026 playoffs?
- The Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead against the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, losing Game 7 and sparking controversy over officiating and defensive issues.
- Where do the Boston Celtics play their home games?
- The Celtics play at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, which they share with the NHL's Boston Bruins.
- Who is the greatest player in Celtics history?
- Bill Russell is widely considered the greatest, winning 11 championships and revolutionizing defense, though Larry Bird and Paul Pierce are also iconic figures.
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