Boston Celtics

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.

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.