NBA Dynasty Series: Boston Celtics - The Complete History S1:E2

Introduction

Introduction to NBA Dynasty Series: Boston Celtics - The Complete History.

Boston Celtics: A Tradition of Greatness

An overview of the winning tradition from the mid-'50s through 1973, focusing on legendary players who spanned the era and coaches who led the way.

The Celts Are Back: 1974 NBA Playoffs

This chronicles Boston's 1974 postseason run.

The Greatest Game Ever Played

This 1976 championship film features the NBA Finals battle against the Suns, including the historic triple-overtime win in Game 5. Also includes a profile on the team's playoff run.

Celtics/Lakers: A Rivalry Renewed

Bonus Feature: A fresh look at the 1984 NBA Finals.

The Dynasty Renewed: The 1981 NBA Playoffs and Championship Series

The Dynasty Renewed: The 1981 NBA Playoffs and Championship Series

Pride and Passion

1984 NBA champions.

Sweet Sixteen

1986 NBA champions.

Home of the Brave

1986 - 1987 NBA season.

Searching for Number 17

Recap of the team from the 1990s through today.

1969 NBA Finals Game 7, Celtics @ Lakers

Classic 4th quarter footage as Celtics come back from a 17-point deficit to take down the powerful Lakers of Chamberlain, West, and Baylor, to win their 11th title in 13 years.

1976 NBA Finals Game 5, Suns @ Celtics

The Celtics overcome Gar Heard's miracle game-tying turnaround jumper at the buzzer in double overtime and prevail in triple-overtime with an exhausting 128-126 victory.

1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 7, Sixers @ Celtics

Celtics come bak from a 3-1 series deficit to defeat the Sixers 91-90 in dramatic style.

1984 NBA Finals Game 4, Celtics @ Lakers

Using Larry Bird's challenge after a 33-point blowout in Game 3, the Celtics get more physical with the Lakers and tie the series, 129-125 in OT.

1984 NBA Finals Game 7, Lakers @ Celtics

Cedric Maxwell comes up big to lead a well-balanced attack for the Celtics as they defeat The Lakers, 111-102.

1986 NBA Finals Game 4, Celtics @ Rockets

Robert Parrish comes up big against Rocket big men, Bird hits clutch three down the stretch to beat the Rockets 106-103, giving the Celts a 3-1 series lead.

1987 Eastern Conference Finals Game 5, Pistons @ Celtics

Bird makes a miracle steal from Isiah Thomas' inbounds pass and whips the ball to Dennis Johnson for a layup with one second remaining. The Celtics triumph 108-107 over the Pistons for a 3-2 series lead.