It's not the LUCK of the Irish, It's their GREATNESS: The Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics have won 17 NBA titles. That makes them one of the most successful teams in all of pro sports. As well, they achieved greatness in different eras. Let's test your 'hoop knowledge' of this epic franchise.

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Who was the MVP in the NBA finals in 2008?

Who lead the Celtics in points per game last season?

Where does Larry Bird rank in terms of all time career points with Boston?

Whose #14 was retired by the Celtics?

What Celtics forward once appeared as 'himself' on an episode of 'Cheers'?

John Havlicek ranks 1st in all time games played with Boston. Who ranks 2nd?

How many championships did the Celtics win with Bill Russell?

How many times did the Celtics play the Lakers in the NBA finals in the 1960s?

What Celtic had a legendary fight in a game with Detroit Piston Bill Laimbeer?

Who was an 8 time NBA champion as a player & 2 time NBA champ as a coach (both with Boston)?

What fomer Celtic, nicknamed 'Hondo', won 8 titles in Boston?

How many times have the Celtics lost to the Lakers in the NBA finals?

From 1957 to 1966, how many titles did Red Auerbach achieve as Head Coach of Boston?

What was Robert Parish's nickname?

Who was the 1971 NBA Rookie of the Year and 1973 MVP?

Surprisingly, Robert Parish (a center) ranks 4th in all time Celtics steals. Who is NOT ahead of him?

Six players have worn the number ZERO in Celtics history. Only one has worn DOUBLE ZERO. Who?

In the 1st round of the playoffs, in how many games did the Celtics beat the Brooklyn Nets?

What was the nickname of former Celtic forward Cedric Maxwell?

What was Paul Pierce's nickname?

Bob Cousy was a 13 time NBA all star with Boston. How many championships did he win?

What player on the 2008 championship team spent most of his career playing in Minnesota?

What Celtic legend played his college basketball at Indiana State?

In total, how many times have the Celtics played the Lakers in the NBA finals?

After his playing career ended, with what organization did Larry Bird become involved?

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