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NBA Dynasty Series: Boston Celtics - The Complete History

Season 1 · 18 episodes · May 24, 2005

  1. Episode 1

    Introduction

    May 24, 2005

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

  2. Episode 2

    The Celtics Dynasty

    May 24, 2005

    A look at the tradition throughout the years, from 11 titles in 13 years during the '50s - '60s to the Bird era in the '80s.

  3. Episode 3

    Boston Celtics: A Tradition of Greatness

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  4. Episode 4

    The Celts Are Back: 1974 NBA Playoffs

    May 24, 2005

    This chronicles Boston's 1974 postseason run.

  5. Episode 5

    The Greatest Game Ever Played

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  6. Episode 6

    Celtics/Lakers: A Rivalry Renewed

    May 24, 2005

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

  7. Episode 7

    The Dynasty Renewed: The 1981 NBA Playoffs and Championship Series

    May 24, 2005

    The Dynasty Renewed: The 1981 NBA Playoffs and Championship Series

  8. Episode 8

    Pride and Passion

    May 24, 2005

    1984 NBA champions.

  9. Episode 9

    Sweet Sixteen

    May 24, 2005

    1986 NBA champions.

  10. Episode 10

    Home of the Brave

    May 24, 2005

    1986 - 1987 NBA season.

  11. Episode 11

    Searching for Number 17

    May 24, 2005

    Recap of the team from the 1990s through today.

  12. Episode 12

    1969 NBA Finals Game 7, Celtics @ Lakers

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  13. Episode 13

    1976 NBA Finals Game 5, Suns @ Celtics

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  14. Episode 14

    1981 Eastern Conference Finals Game 7, Sixers @ Celtics

    May 24, 2005

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

  15. Episode 15

    1984 NBA Finals Game 4, Celtics @ Lakers

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  16. Episode 16

    1984 NBA Finals Game 7, Lakers @ Celtics

    May 24, 2005

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

  17. Episode 17

    1986 NBA Finals Game 4, Celtics @ Rockets

    May 24, 2005

    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.

  18. Episode 18

    1987 Eastern Conference Finals Game 5, Pistons @ Celtics

    May 24, 2005

    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.