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Celtics City

2025 · 1 season · 9 episodes · Ended · HBO

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Containing extensive, never-before-seen archives and more than 80 interviews of past and present Boston Celtics legends, this series chronicles the history, cultural impact, and extraordinary tale of the NBA's winningest and most storied franchise, the Boston Celtics,

Episodes

  • S01E01Chapter I: Founding Fathers2025-03-0360m

    Led by Bob Cousy and Bill Russell, the Celtics become an NBA dynasty, but racial tensions in Boston and beyond augur a turbulent era ahead.

  • S01E02Chapter II: No Final Victories2025-03-1059m

    Amid backlash for his commitment to civil rights, Bill Russell makes history as the first Black head coach in professional sports.

  • S01E03Chapter III: All Swept Up2025-03-1759m

    The Celtics win a pair of titles in the '70s amid racial unrest, and near the end of the decade, they draft Indiana State star Larry Bird.

  • S01E04Chapter IV: Great Hope. Period.2025-03-2460m

    Larry Bird elevates the Celtics and struggling NBA to new heights, but internal discord threatens to derail another potential dynasty.

  • S01E05Chapter V: F**k the Celtics2025-03-3159m

    Larry Bird's epic rivalry with Magic Johnson captivates the sports world. Then, in 1986, an unthinkable tragedy changes everything.

  • S01E06Chapter VI: Untenable Toll2025-04-0759m

    The tragic death of Len Bias casts a shadow over the Celtics. In 1992, Larry Bird's retirement closes a chapter for the team and the NBA.

  • S01E07Chapter VII: Not Again2025-04-1459m

    After Reggie Lewis' sudden death leaves the city heartbroken, the Celtics spiral into steep decline following the arrival of Rick Pitino.

  • S01E08Chapter VIII: Ubuntu2025-04-2160m

    After another downturn, new GM and former Celtic Danny Ainge acquires Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to form a "Big Three" with Paul Pierce.

  • S01E09Chapter IX: We're the Celtics2025-04-2860m

    After the 2008 title, injuries, and internal conflict take a toll. Led by a new crop of stars, the team wins an 18th championship in 2024.​

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