Honorable Mention
Ed Macauley (1950-56): Often omitted from lists of Celtics greats because he predates any of Boston’s banners, Easy Ed was truly an amazing player. He was elected to six All-Star Games and four All-NBA teams in his time with the Celtics.
Kendrick Perkins (2003-11): While Perk’s accolades might not be eye-popping, it was because he took a back seat to the star power that helped him and the 2007-08 Celtics win Banner 17. His injury in Game 6 of the NBA Finals is among one of the hardest blows to title hopes in Boston’s history.
Al Horford (2016-19): Al may not have hung a banner in his time with the franchise, but he did make two trips to the All-Star Game and was elected to an All-Defense team during his Celtics tenure.