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On this day: IT goes for 53, Coach Russell hangs first banner; beat 76ers in ’81 ECF

On this day in 2017, Isaiah Thomas hung 53 points on the Wizards on his late sister's birthday, and in 1968 Bill Russell won his first championship as a coach.

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On this day: Havlicek passes; Cooper, Macauley drafted; ’65 banner won

On this day, Celtics legend John Havlicek died, and Boston legends Chuck Cooper and Ed Macauley were drafted.

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Three-time Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford gives Malcolm Brogdon the John Havlicek Trophy

Named for the ultimate sixth man -- and a Boston legend -- it is fitting that a Celtics player was the first to receive this recently renamed award.

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Celtics’ Malcolm Brogdon wins NBA’s sixth man of the year award

BOSTON — When the Celtics traded for Malcolm Brogdon last July, president of basketball operations Brad Stevens had to be up front with the veteran guard.

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On this day: Boston’s John Havlicek stole the ball vs. the 76ers

On this day in 1965, John Havlicek stole the ball from the 76ers in the East Finals in one of the most iconic plays in NBA history.

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On this day: Lakers-Celtics rivalry born; Hondo’s last home game; Tatum for 53

On this day, the storied rivalry between the Celtics and Lakers was born; it's also the date of Boston legend John Havlicek's last home game, and Jayson Tatum scoring 53 points.

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On this day: Celtic legend John Havlicek born; coach Dave Cowens axed

On this day, legendary Boston forward John Havlicek was born, and Celtics luminary Dave Cowens was fired as head coach.

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On this day: Havlicek goes for 54; Celts snap Dubs’ 54-game streak; Wilson cut

On this date, the Boston Celtics' John Havlicek scored 54 points, and Boston snapped the Golden State Warriors' 54-game home winning streak.

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On this day: John Havlicek drafted, career high assists for Rajon Rondo

On this day, Boston Celtics legendary forward John Havlicek was drafted, Rajon Rondo dished 18 assists, and the team won many games.

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On this day: Kevin Garnett scores 20,000th point; John Havlicek gets 43; Don Barksdale passes

On this day in Boston Celtics history, KG hit an elite scoring plateau, and Don Barksdale left us.

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Ohio State men’s basketball all-time roster: Buckeye Legends

We picked an all-time Ohio State basketball roster. What would you change? What do you agree with? #GoBucks

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On this day: Bird triple doubles vs. Lakers; Pierce for 35 vs. Clippers; IT ties 20-point game record

On this day in Celtics history, Larry Bird triple-doubled vs. the Lakers, Paul Pierce scored 35 points on the Clippers, and Isaiah Thomas tied John Havlicek for the most regular-season 20-point games.

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On this day: Russell’s 51 boards; Hondo’s last ASG, Pierce’s last at the Garden

On this day in Celtics history, Bill Russell nabbed a career-high 51 rebounds, Hondo played his last All-Star game, and Pierce played his first and last games in the Garden.

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‘The Void Is Pretty Big Right Now’: Stephen Silas Remembers His Father

Ahead of Rockets-Celtics, Houston’s coach reflects on his dad’s special connection to Boston.

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Who played the most games for the Boston Celtics in their storied history?

For a squad like the Boston Celtics, you would be forgiven if that player wasn't immediately evident given how much retention they had of elite players throughout the 1960s and 1980s.

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Drafting an all-time Boston Celtics roster is harder than you might think

With Hall of Fame greats like Larry Bird, Bill Russell, Kevin Garnett, Bob Cousy, Kevin McHale, Dave Cowens, Robert Parish, John Havlicek, Paul Pierce, and so, so many others to choose from, building an all-time Boston Celtics squad is easier said than done.

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Every NBA Franchise’s All-Time Scoring Leader

With Damian Lillard becoming the Blazers’ all-time scoring leader on Monday, we take a look at each team’s record holder in points and the current players in the midst of making history.

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NBA unveils John Havlicek Sixth Man of the Year trophy alongside new suite of trophies

John Havlicek came off the bench for his first seven years as a pro, earning four All-Star nods in that time. The NBA is honoring his service as the definitive sixth man with a new trophy.

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Wilt Chamberlain vs. Bill Russell: Reflecting on the NBA’s first individual rivalry

PHILADELPHIA — Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell, who won 11 championships and helped usher basketball into the modern era, died Sunday at age 88.

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NBA Finals MVPs: Jordan, LeBron, Magic and Every Award Winner

Here’s a look at the stars who shined brightest on the game’s biggest stage.

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Recounting how Havlicek stole the ball – a flashbulb moment in Celtics history

On April 15, 1965, Havlicek made a heroic defensive play during the 1965 Eastern Conference Finals, leading to Johnny Most's iconic call.

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