The BEST episodes of Celtics City

Every episode of Celtics City ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Celtics City!

From Bill Simmons and the Executive Producers of The Last Dance, this docuseries chronicles the NBA's most storied franchise, the Boston Celtics.

Last Updated: 12/3/2025Network: HBOStatus: Ended

8.00

20 votes

#1 - Chapter VI: Untenable Toll

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/7/2025

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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7.77

22 votes

#2 - Chapter VIII: Ubuntu

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/21/2025

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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7.72

25 votes

#3 - Chapter V: F**k the Celtics

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/31/2025

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

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7.70

37 votes

#4 - Chapter I: Founding Fathers

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/3/2025

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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7.68

22 votes

#5 - Chapter VII: Not Again

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/14/2025

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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7.68

31 votes

#6 - Chapter II: No Final Victories

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/10/2025

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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7.63

24 votes

#7 - Chapter IV: Great Hope. Period.

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/24/2025

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

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7.41

22 votes

#8 - Chapter IX: We're the Celtics

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/28/2025

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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7.32

28 votes

#9 - Chapter III: All Swept Up

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/17/2025

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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