A Rich History Of Championship Success

The Boston Celtics: A Basketball Dynasty

A Rich History of Championship Success

The Boston Celtics are one of the most successful teams in NBA history, having won a total of 17 NBA titles. Their first championship came in 1957, and they went on to win eight titles in a row from 1959 to 1966. The Celtics also won titles in 1968, 1969, 1974, 1976, 1981, 1984, 1986, and 2008.

The Big Three Era

One of the most dominant eras in Celtics history was the Big Three era, which spanned from 1981 to 1986. The trio of Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, and Robert Parish led the Celtics to three NBA championships in 1981, 1984, and 1986.

Other Notable Accomplishments

In addition to their 17 NBA titles, the Celtics have also had some other notable accomplishments. They have the best record in NBA history, with an overall record of 3,493 wins and 2,185 losses. They also have the most playoff wins in NBA history, with 1,743 wins.

Recent Success

The Celtics' most recent championship came in 2008, when they defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in six games. The Celtics are 17-4 in the NBA Finals, which is the best record of any team in NBA history.