Boston Celtics Star Reveals Why He Wanted the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals.
Bob Cousy, a legendary figure for the Boston Celtics, recently shared his reasons for preferring the Dallas Mavericks as their opponents in the 2024 NBA Finals.
According to Bill Doyle of Telegram & Gazette, Cousy felt a sense of relief when the Mavericks triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves to win the Western Conference.
He believed the Celtics would have an easier time defeating the Mavericks and appreciated not having to stay up late to watch the games.
Cousy’s joy was palpable as he witnessed the Boston Celtics secure their 18th championship banner, ending a 16-year title drought.
To honor this achievement, Wyc Grousbeck, the Celtics’ co-owner, presented Cousy with the 2008 and 2024 NBA championship trophies during a visit to his home.
Cousy’s legacy with the Celtics is profound, having had his No. 14 jersey retired and being one of the few players selected for the NBA’s 25th, 30th, 50th, and 75th anniversary teams, alongside legends like Bill Russell, George Mikan, and Bob Pettit.
Following his illustrious playing career, Cousy spent 35 years as a color commentator for the Celtics and has remained a devoted supporter ever since.
Wyc Grousbeck credited Cousy for bolstering the Celtics’ confidence before their NBA Finals showdown against the Mavericks.
At 95 years old, Cousy’s belief in the team was unwavering, calling it an “easy call” to pick them as the winners.
This confidence was evident as he shared his thoughts with Bill Doyle, expressing his relief at the Mavericks’ win over the Timberwolves, which he saw as a favorable outcome for the Celtics.
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