Five Celtics records likely to remain unbroken in NBA history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
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.
- •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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