The Boston Celtics: The 10 Greatest Players
1. Bill Russell
Bill Russell is the greatest player in Boston Celtics history, and one of the greatest players in NBA history. He led the Celtics to 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons, and was named MVP of the Finals five times.
2. Larry Bird
Larry Bird is another Celtics legend, and is considered by many to be the greatest player of all time. He led the Celtics to three NBA championships in the 1980s, and was named MVP of the Finals twice.
3. Paul Pierce
Paul Pierce is the Celtics' all-time leading scorer, and he led the team to the NBA championship in 2008. He was named MVP of the Finals that year.
4. Kevin Garnett
Kevin Garnett was a key member of the Celtics' 2008 championship team, and he was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2008. He is one of the greatest defenders in NBA history.
5. Robert Parish
Robert Parish was a member of the Celtics' "Big Three" in the 1980s, along with Bird and McHale. He was a key contributor to the team's three NBA championships in that decade.
6. John Havlicek
John Havlicek is one of the most versatile players in NBA history. He was a key member of the Celtics' eight NBA championships in the 1960s and 1970s.
7. Dave Cowens
Dave Cowens was the MVP of the NBA in 1973, and he led the Celtics to two NBA championships in the 1970s. He was a great rebounder and defender.
8. Sam Jones
Sam Jones was a member of the Celtics' "Big Three" in the 1960s, along with Russell and Havlicek. He was a great shooter and defender, and he helped the Celtics win eight NBA championships in that decade.
9. Tommy Heinsohn
Tommy Heinsohn was a key member of the Celtics' eight NBA championships in the 1950s and 1960s. He was a great rebounder and defender, and he was also a good scorer.
10. Bill Sharman
Bill Sharman was a member of the Celtics' four NBA championships in the 1950s. He was a great shooter and defender, and he was also a good coach. He coached the Celtics to the NBA championship in 1965.
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