1966: Celtics Win 9th Title in Red Auerbach's last season

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Red Auerbach, in his final game as Celtics coach, lights up his victory cigar with a 10-point lead and 45 seconds remaining. However, the Lakers reel off 8 straight points to pull within 2. Auerbach's men don't let their leader down, holding off LA as his premature celebration results in an 8th consecutive title.