Celtics City

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  1. Chapter I: Founding Fathers

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  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.

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  2. Chapter II: No Final Victories

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

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  3. Chapter III: All Swept Up

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  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.

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  4. Chapter IV: Great Hope. Period.

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

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  5. Chapter V: F**k the Celtics

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

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  6. Chapter VI: Untenable Toll

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  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.

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  7. Chapter VII: Not Again

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

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  8. Chapter VIII: Ubuntu

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

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  9. Chapter IX: We're the Celtics

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  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.​

Cast

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Red Auerbach

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Bill Russell

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Cedric Maxwell

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Larry Bird

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Jayson Tatum

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Jaylen Brown

Himself

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Kevin McHale

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Robert Parish

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Rick Carlisle

Bob Cousy

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Paul Pierce

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Dee Brown

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