Five Celtics records likely to remain unbroken in NBA history

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Five Celtics records likely to remain unbroken in NBA history
Summary

The Boston Celtics, established in 1946, boast numerous remarkable records that may never be surpassed. Among these is Bill Russell's unparalleled 11 championships, a feat unmatched in NBA history. Russell also holds the franchise's rebounding record with 21,620 rebounds, second in league history. Bob Cousy's franchise record of 28 assists in a game remains tied for third-most in NBA history. The Celtics achieved a 40-1 home record in the 1985-86 season, a benchmark matched only once by the San Antonio Spurs. Finally, the Celtics staged a franchise record 32-point comeback in an overtime win against the Spurs in 2021, showcasing their resilience.

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  • Bill Russell won 11 championships, an unmatched NBA record.
  • Russell's 21,620 rebounds are the second-most in NBA history.
  • Bob Cousy registered 28 assists in a game, tied for third-most all-time.
  • Celtics posted a 40-1 home record during the 1985-86 season.
  • Celtics set a franchise record with a 32-point comeback in 2021.
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The Celtics have been setting records for 80 years. These five are among the toughest to break.

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