Who is the Greatest Boston Celtics Player Ever?
Ranking the 10 Best Celtics Players
The Boston Celtics are one of the most storied franchises in NBA history, with a record 17 championships. They have had some of the greatest players in the game, and it's tough to narrow it down to just 10. But here's a look at the best of the best:
1. Bill Russell (11 championships)
Russell is the Celtics' all-time leader in rebounds, blocked shots, and championships. He was a dominant force in the paint and a key part of the Celtics' dynasty in the 1950s and 1960s.
2. Larry Bird (3 championships)
Bird is one of the greatest all-around players in NBA history. He was a lethal scorer, rebounder, and passer, and he led the Celtics to three championships in the 1980s.
3. Paul Pierce (1 championship)
Pierce is the Celtics' all-time leading scorer. He was a key part of the Celtics' championship team in 2008, and he was also a 10-time All-Star.
4. Kevin Garnett (1 championship)
Garnett was a dominant force on the defensive end, and he was also a good scorer and rebounder. He was a key part of the Celtics' championship team in 2008, and he was also a 15-time All-Star.
5. John Havlicek (8 championships)
Havlicek was a versatile player who could do it all. He was a good scorer, rebounder, and defender, and he was a key part of the Celtics' dynasty in the 1960s and 1970s.
6. Robert Parish (3 championships)
Parish was a dominant force in the paint, and he was also a good scorer and rebounder. He was a key part of the Celtics' dynasty in the 1980s.
7. Dave Cowens (2 championships)
Cowens was a dominant force on the boards, and he was also a good scorer and defender. He was a key part of the Celtics' championship teams in 1974 and 1976.
8. Sam Jones (10 championships)
Jones was a clutch shooter, and he was also a good defender. He was a key part of the Celtics' dynasty in the 1950s and 1960s.
9. Tom Heinsohn (8 championships)
Heinsohn was a versatile player who could do it all. He was a good scorer, rebounder, and defender, and he was a key part of the Celtics' dynasty in the 1950s and 1960s.
10. Cedric Maxwell (2 championships)
Maxwell was a key part of the Celtics' championship teams in 1981 and 1984. He was a good scorer and rebounder, and he was also a tough defender.
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