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Celtics history: Wilkins, James signed; Wanamaker, Krstic, Olsen born

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Celtics history: Wilkins, James signed; Wanamaker, Krstic, Olsen born
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On July 25 in Celtics history, Hall of Fame forward Dominique Wilkins signed with the team in 1994. Known for his dunking prowess, Wilkins contributed 17.8 points during his single season with Boston before moving to Greece for a EuroLeague championship. Additionally, Mike James signed with the Celtics on this date in 2003, playing 55 games in the 2003-04 season. The day also marks the birthdays of Brad Wanamaker and Bud Olsen, both associated with the franchise, as well as the passing of Mel Riebe in 1977, who played 81 games for Boston in the late 1940s.

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  • •Dominique Wilkins signed with the Celtics in 1994.
  • •Mike James joined the Celtics as a free agent in 2003.
  • •Brad Wanamaker and Bud Olsen celebrate their birthdays.
  • •Mel Riebe, a former Celtic, passed away in 1977.
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Today in Boston Celtics history, in 1994, Hall of Fame forward Dominique Wilkins signed with the Celtics.

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