Boston Celtics
- Founded:
- 1946
- Stadium:
- TD Garden
The Boston Celtics (ˈsɛlˌtɪks) are an American professional basketball franchise based in Boston, Massachusetts. They play in the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Founded in 1946 and one of eight NBA teams (out of 23 total teams) to survive the league's first decade, the team is currently owned by Boston Basketball Partners LLC. The Celtics play their home games at the TD Garden, which they share with the National Hockey League's Boston Bruins. The franchise's seventeen championships are the most for any NBA franchise, and account for 25.4% of all NBA championships since the league's founding in 1946. This makes the Boston Celtics the most successful franchise to date in the major four traditional North American professional sports. The Celtics have met the Lakers a record twelve times in the Finals, including their most recent appearances in 2008 and 2010, with the Celtics winning nine and Lakers winning three. Four Celtics (Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, Dave Cowens and Larry Bird) have won the NBA Most Valuable Player Award for an NBA record total of ten MVP awards. Their mascot 'Lucky the Leprechaun' is a nod to the team's Irish heritage and to Boston's historically large Irish population. The Celtics rose again after struggling through the 1990s to win a championship in 2008 with the help of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen. During this time, point guard Rajon Rondo developed into a perennial all-star. Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett were later traded to the Brooklyn Nets.
Latest Boston Celtics news
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Giannis Antetokounmpo may consider move to Boston Celtics this offseason

Andre Drummond recalls emotional reaction to Pistons trade in video
Boston Celtics explore options for big man rotation this summer
Knicks return to NBA Finals for first time since 2000
AJ Dybantsa projected as top NBA draft pick, compared to Jaylen Brown
Miami Heat lead pursuit for Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of NBA Draft
Steph Curry signs 10-year deal with Li-Ning sportswear
Brooklyn Nets draft players from Louisiana throughout franchise history
NBA teams consider 4-team deal involving Brandon Ingram and centers
Philadelphia 76ers reflect on drafting Lavoy Allen in 2011 NBA draft
Heat draft pick at No. 13 likely to be traded amid Giannis speculation
Celtics mark birthdays of Hank Beenders, Eric Riley, Dontae Jones
Jalen Brunson's family ties explored in detail
Mike Breen reflects on quitting broadcasting early in his career
Golden State Warriors draft players from Idaho throughout history
Knicks prepare for Finals test against Spurs after playoff success
Warriors propose trade for Kawhi Leonard involving six-time All-Star
Rockets rumored to target Celtics star Jaylen Brown in trade talks
Philadelphia 76ers consider Kelly Oubre Jr. options ahead of free agency
Lakers, Warriors eye potential Pelicans trade involving Trey Murphy
Celtics face uncertainty in pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo
Cavs consider trade of Donovan Mitchell for former Warriors champion
Philadelphia 76ers select Nikola Vucevic with 16th pick in 2011 draft
Boston Celtics eye Trey Murphy as potential trade target from Pelicans
Keyon Dooling reflects on NBA insurance fraud involvement
Draymond Green named most hated player in 16 states for 2026
NBA implements new anti-tanking rules affecting team strategies
Celtics consider rebuilding around Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown
Celtics consider Giannis Antetokounmpo amid trade discussions
Knicks face scrutiny ahead of NBA Finals amid East playoff performance debates
Knicks play Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals schedule
Giants sign Odell Beckham Jr. as team faces injury challenges
Lakers unlikely to pursue Kyrie Irving trade amid roster needs
Sean Sweeney potentially leaves Spurs to become Magic head coach
Draymond Green questions Knicks' NBA Finals run against Spurs
Celtics beat Heat in Game 3 of 2012 Eastern Conference Finals
Lakers review James Edwards' two stints with the team
Jalen Brunson and Knicks face Spurs in NBA Finals rematch
Knicks and Spurs prepare for NBA Finals featuring several debutants
Bill Simmons claims Celtics are out on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks
Hugo Gonzalez shows promise in debut season with Boston Celtics
Duke alums spotlighted in historic Game 7 performances ahead of NBA Finals
Brad Stevens faces pivotal offseason with Boston Celtics after playoffs exit
NBA teams explore trade options for Celtics' Jaylen Brown
Boston Celtics face salary cap challenges in offseason rebuilding efforts
Jaylen Brown's Twitch streams bring mixed opinions on value
Victor Wembanyama hails ex-Celtics center after Spurs' Game 7 win
Celtics consider trading Jaylen Brown to Warriors for package
Jaylen Brown has best NBA season with Boston Celtics in 2025-26
Celtics media suggests Giannis trade rumors may affect Jaylen Brown's status
Shaquille O'Neal believes in Boston Celtics' future over others
Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with Bucks and Celtics trade speculation grows
Boston Celtics stars Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum rumored to be distant
Joe Mazzulla faces debate over 2026 NBA Coach of the Year award
Boston Celtics draft players from Liberty college program
Celtics defeat Pistons to reach 2008 NBA Finals
Recent results
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