Don't blame Cox for these Braves Sep 2, 2008
The same was the case for Casey Stengel, Red Auerbach, Bobby Knight, Bear Bryant, Bill Walsh, etc. Bobby Cox doesn t have the talent right now. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Timberwolves coming to town Aug 15, 2008
The legendary Red Auerbach, then the team's general manager, wanted to show off the Celtics in as many of New England's cities as possible. "Part of making the money was going to Bangor, Maine, going to Worcester, Mass., going to Providence," McHale said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Jets make a big splash with Favre Aug 8, 2008
The general manager grew up locally, and as a youngster paid close attention to the way Red Auerbach constructed some great Celtics teams. He remembered how the headlines in the late '70s and early '80s seemed to be all Celtics, all the time. (Boston Globe)
Hook Lobster Co. announces it is in it for the long haul Aug 4, 2008
The walls of the interior, which smelled strongly of fish, were lined with old photos of Hook family members over the generations and other memorabilia, like an autographed image of Red Auerbach. A throwback to an era when Boston Harbor was a fishing hub, the business grew to become a beloved anomaly amid the Financial District's skyscrapers and gleaming hotels. (Boston Globe)
Nellie wins $6.3M pay dispute against Mavs' Cuban Aug 1, 2008
"It's not the way I wanted this to go. I wanted to be the Red Auerbach of the Dallas Mavericks [after coaching], but that's not what [Cuban] wanted. The good news is all this has forced me to continue coaching and I'm really enjoying working with Mully [Warriors vice president of basketball operations Chris Mullin] and being back with the Warriors. I'm having fun again and that's the way it should be. It's all working out great and I'll probably end up doing something [in a franchise patriarch... (ESPN -- Golf News)
CIRCUS? WHAT CIRCUS?: Closest NBA things to Favre saga Jul 29, 2008
What commissioner David Stern, his staff, the league's owners and their many well-heeled partners pulled off -- starting roughly with the arrival of Julius Erving in 1976, then gaining momentum from Magic Johnson and Larry Bird, right through superstars such as Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Kobe Bryant and LeBron James -- really was unprecedented, transforming the NBA from third-string into the nation's "in'' sport, selling both the steak and the sizzle. But the NBA hasn't had a... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Minichino: Pacific Institute gives Bama’s Saban a tool to mold team Jul 26, 2008
In fact, he sounded like Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson, who is the NBA s career leader in playoff victories and playoff winning percentage and has won nine NBA titles, tying Red Auerbach for the most all-time. Jackson is considered a Zen master for his ability to get players to buy into his system and to mold teams into champions. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Steve AschburnerINSIDE THE NBA Jul 24, 2008
Back in 1980, newly drafted Kevin McHale and his agent, Ron Simon, tried to use a feeler from a team in Milan to twist the arm of Boston president Red Auerbach and the Celtics. Coach Bill Fitch scoffed at the notion, saying, "Let him eat spaghetti,'' and Auerbach didn't blink at an unconvincing flight Simon and McHale took to meet with the Italian club's owner. Five days into training camp, McHale -- a most un-cosmopolitan candidate to play overseas, an Irish kid from the Iron Range in the upper... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
FSU looks to leadership Jul 21, 2008
" Not there yet Despite 20 wins over the past two seasons, Wake Forest is still viewed by some as something of a flash-in-the-pan. According to Alphonso Smith, the Demon Deacons' All-ACC cornerback, it will take about 10 years of continued success by coach Jim Grobe's team for people to believe the program has finally arrived. "You've only arrived when you pull off one of the Boston Celtics [championship] runs, when Red Auerbach was there," Smith said. Speedy Tiger Clemson wide receiver Jacoby... (Florida Times-Union)
For Celtics it's title banner No. 17, DVD No. 1 Jul 15, 2008
A segment on the team's illustrious history drew cheers for late patriarch Red Auerbach and boos for former coach Rick Pitino as he ranted, "Larry Bird is not walking through that door.". Copyright 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Celtics great Russell writing book about Auerbach Jul 15, 2008
NEW YORK -- Basketball great Bill Russell is working on a memoir about his friendship with the late Red Auerbach, the coach for whom Russell starred on a long run of championship teams. "Red and Me" will be published by HarperCollins in Spring 2009. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Nellie ball doesn't have Nellie touch Jul 13, 2008
In front-office quick-strike bragging rights, there is the day Red Auerbach had in 1980 as the undisputed landslide winner, the way the Celtics drafted Kevin McHale and traded for Robert Parish within a few hours, but Nelson's sweeping June 24, 1998, in Dallas is very high on the list. He returned to the Warriors in 2006 strictly to coach. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Dunmore’s new coach ready for challenge Jul 4, 2008
Red Auerbach with the Boston Celtics. Hall of Fame coaches all, but who followed as their successor. (Scranton Times, PA)
Mary Faherty, at 91; assistant to Red Auerbach for 3 decades Jun 30, 2008
In 1967, Mary Faherty answered a classified ad for a part-time receptionist and became Boston Celtics legend Red Auerbach's executive assistant for 31 years. Mrs. Faherty, of East Falmouth, who worked for Auerbach as he built the team into an NBA dynasty, died Wednesday at Falmouth Hospital at age 91, after a long illness. (Boston Globe)
Trivia Tidbits: Luck of the Irish Jun 28, 2008
Red Auerbach, in 1950, as head coach of the Boston Celtics, drafted Chuck Cooper in the annual NBA college draft, thus making Cooper the first African-American player ever selected to play in the NBA.. Don Chaney (guard/Houston, 1968) is the only individual to be a teammate of Bill Russell (Celtics 1968-69) and Larry Bird (1979-80). (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Taylor: You can't beat college basketball Jun 28, 2008
We've recently witnessed the Boston Celtics win their first title since the passing of Red Auerbach ... Sure, the and the are ranked in the same category as Boston, but the Celtics have long been a power in the league, dating back to the days of the late Red Auerbach. (BigBlueNation.com)
Ainge's master plan proved masterful Jun 27, 2008
In a single year, he has emerged as a worthy successor to Red Auerbach. Red loved Danny when Ainge played for the Green because Ainge was an instigator. (Boston Globe)
Ventre: Actions ofRiley is key to this year's draft Jun 26, 2008
On the surface, Pat Riley has little in common with the late Red Auerbach. Auerbach is a god in the Boston Celtics sky; Riley has pledged his loyalties to more than one NBA logo over the years, but is probably most associated with the Los Angeles Lakers. (MSNBC -- Sports)
How GMs solve need vs. best player draft debate Jun 26, 2008
Even Red Auerbach, who I consider the gold standard for drafting, all of his weren't right, either. " Aside from a select group of prospects who occasionally rise to the top of every team's draft board, most clubs find themselves weighing the pluses and minuses of players very similar in potential. Tipping the scales is a handful of decisions every organization makes about the nature of the draft: Should it be used to fill needs or accumulate talent? Are projects with untapped upside more... (CNN -- Money)
Green Monsters Jun 22, 2008
It kept Lakers coach Phil Jackson from breaking the record of nine NBA titles he shares with late Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach. It also was the first time since 1986 that a Boston professional sports franchise won a championship in Boston. (Boston Globe)
The Truth hurts Jun 22, 2008
Lakers coach Phil Jackson, who was trying to win his NBA-record 10th title against the team that was once led by the coach who also has nine titles, late Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach, poked fun at Pierce's injury/comeback. "You know, you don't know what happens," Jackson told reporters. (Boston Globe)
Celtics wrote history in returning franchise to glory Jun 22, 2008
For a combined 32 seasons, they had strived in vain to call themselves champions until Celtics mastermind Danny Ainge, channeling the late, great Red Auerbach, gave them a chance to do it together. In a season of milestones, none sweeter for long-suffering fans than the Celtics cathartically clinching the title Tuesday on Legends Way, the New Big Three wasted little time after their Roman holiday sending a message to the league and silencing the skeptics. (Boston Globe)
Flash forward Jun 22, 2008
After winning banner No. 16 in 1986, the NBA's signature team endured the tragic deaths of Len Bias and Reggie Lewis, the broken promises of the M.L. Carr and Rick Pitino regimes, lame luck in the draft lottery, and the passing of patriarch Red Auerbach. Fans wondered if Celtic pride and Celtic mystique dissolved when the old Boston Garden was torn down. (Boston Globe)
Remembering a sweet 16 Jun 22, 2008
Game 3 featured the first memorable moment in Celtics' Finals history, as coach Red Auerbach punched Hawks owner Ben Kerner in the mouth following an argument, leaving Kerner bloodied and tempers flaring before the game even began. The Celtics would go on to drop that game, 100-98, but rebound to take Games 4, 5, and 7 for the first of 17 titles. (Boston Globe)
Bennie Swain, 78; NBA backup for Bill Russell was coach and teacher for almost 30 years Jun 22, 2008
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Outsiders don't always agree with draft picks Jun 22, 2008
The Boston Celtics, then in the hands of Red Auerbach, acquired Bill Russell of the University of San Francisco in a draft-day trade. Milton Gross, a columnist for the New York Post, could not withhold the pity he had for a good friend. (Nola.com -- Sports)
On the Celtics, priesthood and politics Jun 21, 2008
Creed started out working for the Celtics as a ball boy for Celtics Coach Red Auerbach and was best man at his wedding. Creed went on to become a statistician for the Celtics, serving up numbers to Johnny Most, the famed radio voice of the Celtics. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Role players get special respect for their tenacity and grit Jun 20, 2008
Coach Red Auerbach practically invented the concept of the sixth man with Frank Ramsey in the 1950s. John Havlicek took the role to new heights in 1960s. (Boston Globe)
Parades just part of past championship celebrations Jun 20, 2008
The players filed onto the White House lawn, where Red Auerbach, then the team's general manager, gave Reagan a Celtics jacket. In 1986, after the Celtics won their 16th championship, Larry Bird held the trophy and addressed the fans at City Hall Plaza. (Boston Globe)
Celtics fans honor Auerbach with victory cigars Jun 20, 2008
In the middle was the object they had come to honor: The life-size, bronze statue of legendary Celtics coach Red Auerbach seated on a bench - and, naturally, holding a cigar. The cigar was Auerbach's trademark; when it looked like the Celtics had won the game (even if the clock hadn't run out), he'd light one. (Boston Globe)
Watertown smoke shop hosts Cigars and Celtics Jun 20, 2008
The ghost of Red Auerbach is alive and well and living in Watertown, and he has a gift for you. If you have been in Watertown Square late nights during the Boston Celtics run up to the 2008 NBA basketball championship, when the rest of the Square is quiet, you might have heard some raucous cheering and seen a whole lot of smoke coming out of the S & A Smoke Shop. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Celtics Celebrate 17th NBA Title Jun 20, 2008
Pierce and Garnett also puffed on victory cigars, a trademark of the late Celtics legend Red Auerbach. "I'm having a great time, as you can see," Garnett said, stopping to point to his broad smile. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Exclamation point! Jun 20, 2008
With Bill Russell and John Havlicek sitting courtside, and Red Auerbach surely lighting up a victory cigar somewhere, these Celtics returned to glory like the great Boston teams before them, dominating the Los Angeles Lakers 131-92 in Game 6 on Tuesday night. For Pierce, Garnett and Allen, this was moment they had waited for, the one they used to wonder would ever arrive. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Big Brown to run in Jersey race Jun 20, 2008
He was one of several players who smoked cigars in honor of former Celtics coach Red Auerbach. track and field. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Celtics, fans roll in the glory of the Green Jun 20, 2008
The team captain puffed a cigar that he said had been given to him by Red Auerbach, the late legendary coach known for lighting up after Celtics victories. Hoisting his golden Finals MVP trophy, Pierce listened to the gleeful chorus of fans pressed along barricades, perched in trees, and leaning out windows: "MVP! MVP!". (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Grousbeck the owner of winning smile Jun 19, 2008
His nod to Red Auerbach did not go unnoticed. "Red believed in this ownership group," Grousbeck said. (Boston Globe)
Boston's uncommon title tradition Jun 19, 2008
Red Auerbach did not care about a player's skin color, if he could help him get his victory cigar lit. And the current Celtics seem enamored enough with their workplace. (USA Today -- Sports)
THOMSEN: Celtics reach the pinnacle of their dream season Jun 19, 2008
"We held each other accountable to get on the floor every time there was a loose ball, to help in rotation when somebody was beat. I mean, we just held each other accountable.'' The third quarter was ending with Garnett yelling from the bench at sixth man James Posey to keep Kobe Bryant in front of him. After Bryant had been forced wide to end the quarter by missing his extended jumper, Garnett was off the bench to high-five his defensive teammate. The lead was 29 going into the fourth, and... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
BURNS: Comebacks big theme in lasting memories of Finals Jun 19, 2008
The fact that Rivers beat out Jackson, thereby denying the Zen Master a chance to surpass Red Auerbach for a record 10th title, only adds to the story. Meanwhile, Grady Rivers would have celebrated his birthday Wednesday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jackson falls short of Auerbach Jun 18, 2008
This win is for Red Auerbach, owner Wyc Grousbeck said. Red believed in our ownership group and got it done. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wilbon:Celtics return to glory Jun 18, 2008
Red Auerbach might have been looking down on all he created, while lighting his victory cigar. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Notebook: Rondo bounces back, stars in clincher Jun 18, 2008
When they played in the original Boston Garden, opponents used to complain that savvy Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach would turn off the air conditioning or the hot water in the visiting locker room. Although he maintained that the problems were the same for both sides the old building didnt even have air conditioning Auerbach loved the fact that it was getting to the other team. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Curran: Stars sacrificed for Big One Jun 18, 2008
It was an overwhelming and less-than-sporting result that would have brought a smile to the face of the Celtics OCP (Original Cigar Puffer) Red Auerbach. And while the bedrock angle to this series was about the renewal of the Celtics-Lakers rivalry, that angle got trumped hard by the dominance of the Celtics defense and the Lakers inability to generate consistent offense from anyone not named Kobe Bryant. (MSNBC -- Sports)
THE HUB: Boston in jubilation ... again Jun 18, 2008
It unquestionably was to pay homage to legendary Celtics pioneer Red Auerbach and his famous victory cigar. Meanwhile, there was pandemonium on the court at the final buzzer as fans flooded onto the floor to celebrate with the Celtics, starting the biggest victory party in Beantown since the Red Sox ended the "Curse of the Bambino" with their World Series victory in 2004, their first since 1918. (USA Today -- Sports)
Celtics rout Lakers for 17th NBA crown Jun 18, 2008
No doubt Red Auerbach, late architect of the original Boston dynasty, was joyful: His beloved Celtics have returned from pro basketball's dead. Climbing from their 22-year championship grave, the Celtics authored another sequel to their rich history. (USA Today -- Sports)
Game On! Blog: Celts serving breakfast of champions Jun 18, 2008
Now then, let's all put down those Red Auerbach victory cigars as we roll out today's game balls for recommended reading, conversation starters and significant fluff that may have surfaced while you were sleeping. Basketball. (USA Today -- Sports)
Garden party Jun 18, 2008
This was Boston's first title since the passing of Red Auerbach, whose presence was the only thing missing on this night. Even Auerbach, who died in 2006, got some satisfaction. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Celtics crush Lakers, claim 17th NBA title Jun 18, 2008
Owner Wyc Grousbeck, who named his group Banner 17 to leave no doubt about his goal, put an unlit cigar in his mouth -- a tribute to Red Auerbach, the patriarch who had a hand in the franchise's first 16 titles. Boston blew it open by outscoring Los Angeles 34-15 in the second quarter, setting the stage for a celebration. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Russell remembers Robinson Jun 18, 2008
Russell was scheduled to throw out the ceremonial first pitch as part of the Sox' tribute to the late Red Auerbach and the Celtics organization. Asked about the ceremonies baseball is planning Sunday in tribute to the late Jackie Robinson, the first black ballplayer to break the racial barrier in Major League Baseball, Russell said, ``You may or may not know that I was a pallbearer at Jackie Robinson's funeral. (Yahoo News -- African Americans)
Banner night in Boston as Celtics rout Lakers to win NBA championship Jun 18, 2008
As an added bonus for the Celtics, they denied Lakers Coach Phil Jackson a 10th title which would have broken his tie with the Celtics patriarch Red Auerbach. In homage to Auerbach, Grousbeck chewed on a cigar in the final minutes, to the delight of the crowd. (International Herald Tribune)
Celtics' Rondo had a ragin' intensity in final game Jun 18, 2008
" Good to goThe Celtics had both center Kendrick Perkins and Allen in the starting lineup. Perkins missed Game 5 after suffering a strained left shoulder during the third quarter of Game 4, and Allen flew back to Boston yesterday morning after dealing with a medical situation involving his youngest son, Walker, in Los Angeles.Perkins was at the Celtics' practice facility in Waltham until midnight Monday getting treatment on the shoulder, after the team's return flight from LA didn't arrive until... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Joyous fans take Garden party to streets Jun 18, 2008
Around the bronze statue of Red Auerbach in Faneuil Hall, the smoke of stogies drifted as fans paid homage to the legendary coach who helped build the most successful franchise in basketball history. Outside the TD Banknorth Garden, fans mobbed a golden mockup of the Larry O'Brien championship trophy, dancing and running through the streets in merry and sometimes raucous abandon. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Celtics' second quarter was first rate Jun 18, 2008
But if Red Auerbach were at the Garden to see championship No. 17 last night, he could have lit his victory cigar at the half. Julian Benbow can be reached at. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Wilbon: Letting Kobe hang around could be mistake Jun 17, 2008
Before you know it, you're a sprained ankle and a dislocated shoulder away from Game 7 and more drama than you want to have hanging around, even if you think the ghost of Red Auerbach is sitting up there on the back rim waiting to assist his old team. And that's kind of where the Lakers and Celtics find themselves after the Lakers' 103-98 victory in Game 5. (MSNBC -- Sports)
It's a lock for Celtics -- maybe Jun 17, 2008
Phil Jackson isn't going to pass Red Auerbach. Red hated Phil, and if he were still alive, it would kill him to see Jackson win a 10th ring on the Red Auerbach court. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Though dejected, Celtics fans cling to confidence Jun 16, 2008
"This kind of season, it makes you sad that Red Auerbach couldn't see it," the Brighton man said. At the Brighton Beer Garden, Emily Sloane, 25, of Sharon found a silver lining in the defeat. (Boston Globe)
Battle of the bench: Doc vs. Zen Master Jun 16, 2008
One more ring and Jackson, 63, would move ahead of Red Auerbach on the career list. But now Rivers has the Boston Celtics on the verge of a championship, leading the series by 3-2 after the Lakers won Game 5 on Sunday, leaning hard on their veterans down the stretch and pulling out a 103-98 victory that sent the series back to Boston. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Lakers relax after epic collapse Jun 14, 2008
"No telling how long that will be. The Lakers need a win Sunday night at Staples Center and two more in Boston to win their 15th championship and enable Jackson to surpass former Celtics coach Red Auerbach, who also had nine championship rings as a head coach. Auerbach died in October 2006.Jackson said he's counting on the resilience of the players to help them bounce back from the biggest collapse in finals history since the Elias Sports Bureau began keeping detailed records in the 1970-71... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Lakers try to wrap brains around huge collapse Jun 14, 2008
The Lakers need a win Sunday night at Staples Center and two more in Boston to win their 15th championship and enable Jackson to surpass former Celtics coach Red Auerbach, who also had nine championship rings as a head coach. Auerbach died in October 2006. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celtics' Riversinfluenced by father's guidance Jun 14, 2008
A reporter offered a lighter question about whether he might coach Sunday's game with a cigar in his jacket pocket, a la legendary Celtics coach Red Auerbach. "No,'' Rivers said, laughing and thankful for a break. "I will not. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Celtics lone constant in a Finals of confusion Jun 14, 2008
There were whispers that the Lakers' Phil Jackson, who is looking to break a tie with Red Auerbach of nine NBA titles as a coach, was outdone. Bryant had no first-half field goals and finished shooting 6-of-19. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Father taught Rivers lessons Jun 14, 2008
can't," Rivers said, choking back tears. He sat quietly for more than 30 seconds, unable to speak about his dad as a respectful silence fell over the Lakers' practice facility. "That's just a tough one for me to talk about," he said, fighting the emotion. A reporter offered a lighter question about whether he might coach Sunday's game with a cigar in his jacket pocket, a la legendary Celtics coach Red Auerbach. "No," Rivers said, laughing and thankful for a break. "I will not. Red is always on... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Plan the parade in Boston - it's all but over for L.A. Jun 14, 2008
If the Boston Celtics can't close this deal, up 3-1 in the Finals and floating 8 miles high, Red Auerbach will come back from the great beyond and personally kick their fannies. That won't happen. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Photo by Noah Grahamn/NBAE/Getty Images Jun 14, 2008
and with Jackson just one championship away from breaking his nine-ring tie with the legendary Red Auerbach. s five Laker teams to reach the NBA Finals have a 14-10 record on the big stage. (ESPN)
Do a teams rivalries and winning history carry on from one group of players to the next? Jun 13, 2008
Do a teams rivalries and winning history carry on from one group of players to the next. - Framingham, MA - The Framingham Tab. (Framingham TAB, MA)
