Lakers vs Celtics 1966 NBA Finals Game 7 Highlights – April 28th, 1966

Take a look back at highlights from the Celtics win over the Lakers to capture their 9th NBA title and Red Auerbach’s last title as a NBA Head Coach.

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[jjcornelio]

Jerry West's pull up jumper was way a head of his time.

[michaeljohnsen]

Bill Russell, Jerry West, Elgin Baylor... So many legends on these teams.

[jarradhurley]

I just watched the 1954 All Star game, and the amount basketball had progressed between then and this game in 1966 is insane. This game looks like basketball. What they were doing in the 50s is almost unrecognizable.

[itsyaboyjay]

Wests mid range was wildly ahead of his time and that russell dunk was crazy

[PaveLHancocK]

This is SO interesting to watch: middle range shots, hooks... Most of all basketball moves are organic, natural... Fantastic! i think that you guys agree with me.
Plus, quality of this video is amazing.
Thank YOU, NBA ! =)

[dmichael]

What GREAT footage!! For everyone who assumes that NBA players weren't athletic in the 60s and couldn't play today...I mean....JUST WATCH THIS! Look at the shooting!! Look at how quick Russell gets off the floor; watch Russ drive and slam dunk for the last basket- this is great play in any era.

[moonshinetrapper]

Ian a die hard lakers fan back to Jerry west days, but if you truly love basketball you should respect all teams & players, I know I do, it is priceless to see this video it brings back the past when I was young , respect all teams & their players..!

[StephenWong]

I can't imagine the frustration of losing so many times in game 7 of NBA Finals

[CapAnson]

Jerry West 36/10/3 and Bill Russell 25/36/1 had the best games. LA took more free throws but missed 11. LA had a slightly better shooting percentage but the Celtics had 16 more rebounds and took more shots, thanks to Russell.

[rmb]

I feel like the only thing that stands out extremely is the ball handling, besides that it looks like a lot of modern day Spurs and Warriors. Great video!

[mercilessrebel]

Red lighting up the cigar after the Bill Russell dunk gives me goosebumps ngl. Doing it with the score that close, definition of playing the mental game and winning.

[andrewkiminhwan]

dang thats incredible, didn't realize how leaned back jerry west's shot was

[dsfgsdfgdsfg]

russel in the left block posting, dribbling with the left hand into a right handed hook shot what a player

[ojjuiceman]

Rip kc Jones. From grateful dead songs to 8x nba champion you really were an inspiration

[nesportsfanbleedgreendoyou]

Would've loved to grow up watching Tommy, Bill, Cousy and many other Celtic legends.

[YOUNGJEZZE]

Steph Curry bandwagoners be wondering were the 3pt line is

[ND-OPS]

Bill Russell is a freak of nature. He's athletic, runs like a deer, agile, quick and fast. He literally can Guard smaller players. No centers move like that in today's NBA.

[jollyjoe]

1. they really sucked at crowd control back in the day...2. Russell elevates so easily and quickly; absolute elite athletic skills that transcends any era of basketball

[kilenmeskilen]

wow this is awesome! more of this please

[codemoody]

wish we could turn back time, to the good ol' days