The Tragedy of Len Bias and Its Probable Impact on The Celtics Dynasty

The Tragedy of Len Bias and Its Probable Impact on The Celtics Dynasty

Published on November 4, 2009 by Ariel Avenasa

The mighty Boston Celtics won the NBA championship in 2008 behind the Big "3" of Pierce, Allen, and Garnett. This was the team’s first after 22 years however which is paltry by team standards. Their last title was in 1986 behind the original Big "3" of Bird, McHale, and Parish. That was also the year that the Celtics experienced the tragic death of their top draft pick Len Bias.