Here's a timeline of key moments in the storied rivalry between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers:
1959 Finals: The first meeting in the NBA Finals, with the Celtics winning their second championship, beginning their dynasty.
1960s Domination: The Celtics, led by Bill Russell, consistently defeated the Lakers in the Finals throughout the 1960s (1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969), establishing a clear power dynamic.
1980s Rivalry Resurgence: The rivalry was reignited with Magic Johnson and Larry Bird leading their respective teams.
1984 Finals: The Celtics defeated the Lakers in a memorable seven-game series.
1985 Finals: The Lakers finally broke their Finals losing streak to the Celtics, winning the series.
1987 Finals: The Lakers defeated the Celtics again, further solidifying their dominance in the 1980s.
2008 Finals: The Celtics, led by the "Big Three" of Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen, defeated the Lakers for their 17th championship.
2010 Finals: The Lakers, led by Kobe Bryant, avenged their 2008 loss by defeating the Celtics in a thrilling seven-game series, earning their 16th championship.
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