The Boston Celtics are the most successful team in NBA history and amongst the top five most valuable franchises in the league. The team is a member of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference in the NBA. They have appeared in 23 NBA Finals, winning 18 out of them. The team is owned by Wyc Grousbeck, who purchased the team for $360 million in 2002.
The Celtics also hold the record of winning eight consecutive NBA championships from 1959 to 1966, which is the most by any team in NBA history.
The team has featured some legendary players, like Larry Bird, Bill Cousy, Bill Russell, and many others. Red Auerbach, who is considered as one of the best coaches in NBA history and a pioneer of modern basketball, coached the Celtics from 1950 to 1966.
Boston Celtics Net Worth
According to Forbes, the Boston Celtics are valued at around $4.7 billion as of 2024. The team is amongst the top five most valuable NBA teams. With superstars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown in the prime of their careers, the team finds itself in a good position to compete for a title in the coming seasons.
What is the Boston Celtics mascot?
Lucky the Leprechaun is the official mascot of the Boston Celtics and has been with the team since 1950 in one way or another. His Irish character represents the large Irish population in Boston. According to NBAmascots.com, Lucky made his NBA debut in person on October 29, 2003. He has been portrayed by Kristofer "Kit" Ackermann since 2010. Prior to that, Lucky was portrayed by Damon Lee Blust.
Where do the Boston Celtics play?
The Boston Celtics have played their home games at the iconic TD Garden since 1995. Before that, it was the Boston Gardens (1955-1995) and the Boston Arena (1946 -1955). TD Garden is also the home ground for the Boston Bruins of the National Hockey League.
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FAQs
A. According to online sources, the Boston Celtics earn around $443 million per annum.
A. The NBA team makes money through ticket sales, local radio and TV deals, naming rights, league-wide media coverage, merchandising and revenue through sponsorship.
A. Boston has a very large population of Irish people, which is why they are called the Celtics.
A. The Boston Celtics with their 18th NBA Championship in 2024 are the most successful franchise in the NBA.
A. The logo was designed by Zach Auerbach, brother of the legendary coach Red Auerbach. The logo features a leprechaun named Lucky spinning a basketball.
A. Lucky the Leprechaun has been with the Boston Celtics in one way or the other since 1950. Lucky made his debut as a person in 2003, which makes him 20 years old.
