The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics have the most storied rivalry in NBA history. It has included the likes of all legends from Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell, to Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, and most recently Kobe Bryant and Paul Pierce.
Additionally, the two teams hold the NBA’s record for most finals appearances – the Lakers with 31 and the Celtics with 21 – in addition to the most championships – 16 for the Lakers and 17 for the Celtics.