The Boston Celtics finally clinched their 18th NBA Championship in 2024, beating the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The victory made them the team with the most championships in basketball history. They came close to completing a rare sweep, which has only happened three times since the year 2000. However, they settled for a gentleman’s sweep and celebrated their victory in front of a home crowd.
The Celtics are among the elite major sports teams in the United States, with 18 NBA titles under their belt after their recent victory. In comparison to other major sports teams, they rank among the top teams with championships won. The team with the most championships in Big Four sports are as follows: New York Yankees in MLB with 27 titles, Montreal Canadiens in NHL with 24 titles, Green Bay Packers in NFL with 13 titles, and the Boston Celtics in NBA with 18 titles.
Their first NBA championship win was in 1957 when they defeated the St. Louis Hawks in seven games, which was also Bill Russell’s rookie season. Their most recent NBA championship win was in 2008 when they beat the Lakers in six games, led by Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen and Rajon Rondo. This victory marked a significant milestone for the team and its fans who have waited for this moment for nearly two decades.
