Who are the top five Celtics of all time?

[Real Deal]

List the top five, in order, 1-5.

 

If you need a little help: http://www.otrbasketball.com/celtics/roster.php

 

Keep in mind that the top ROSTER of all time is not the same as the top five best players of the franchise, so obviously, those rosters will be leaving out players that could very well be in the top five, but were slotted behind a better player at that position.

 

Just for kicks, explain your selections.

[AboveLegit]

1. Bill Russell- Has to get the nod here, the ultimate winner, and IMO the second greatest player ever.

2. Larry Bird

3. Bob Cousy

4. Havlicek

5. McHale

[?QuestionMark?]

1. Larry Bird

He was the best player the Celtics ever had. Pretty much did it all on the court, and even his defense was under appreciated. Could have had more rings if he didn't run into Magic's Lakers.

 

2. Bill Russell

Greatest winner of all time. He was what seperated the Celtics from the rest of the league.

 

3. John Havlicek

He's their all-time leader scorer, played both ends of the floor as evident by his 8 all-defensive teams, won 8 rings, and pretty much created the value of the 6th man.

 

4. Bob Cousy

He has Steve Nash and John Stockton before Steve Nash and John Stockton, probably with more flair in his game. He's Boston's all-time assist leader and won 6 rings and an MVP.

 

5. Kevin McHale

Was one of the top 6th men for Boston, then became one of the leagues best players and formed one of the greatest front lines along with Larry Bird and Robert Parish. Plus, he helped get KG to Boston which led to banner 17.

[420mayne]

1. Larry Legend

2. Bill Russel

3. Hondo

4. Dave Cowens

5. Kevin McHale