The Boston Celtics are basketball royalty.
Boston is enjoying its 23rd trip to the NBA Finals. The franchise has won 17 championships.
If the Celtics beat the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA Finals, their 18th championship will break a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most in league history.
Here's a look at the Celtics' previous 22 NBA Finals appearances.
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