The turning point for the Celtics was April 30th, 1956, when Boston drafted Bill Russell. Up until then, the team had been competitive but couldn't get to the Finals.

The turning point for the Celtics was April 30th, 1956, when Boston drafted Bill Russell. Up until then, the team had been competitive but couldn't get to the Finals.

The turning point for the Celtics was April 30th, 1956, when Boston drafted Bill Russell. Up until then, the team had been competitive but couldn't get to the Finals.&nbsp;

Episode 1 - The Draft

This is the story of team sports’ greatest dynasty. From 1956 to 1969, the Boston Celtics won 11 NBA Championships in 13 years, including 8 straight. We interviewed several of these basketball players that are still alive and dug out words and sounds from the ones that passed away to paint a picture of that team and try to explain why it was so successful.

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Episode 1 - The Draft

Episode 1 - The Draft