Ranking the top five centers in Boston Celtics history

Who are the five greatest centers in Boston Celtics history? Join the Celtics Wire as we dive in and make our case.

No. 3 All-Time

Robert Parish (1980-94): Chief was an institution of Celtics basketball in the Larry Bird era well into the start of the wilderness period, and a legend in his own right. He won three of his four banners with Boston, and was elected to nine All-Star Games while with the team.

He also has the honor of being part of two All-NBA teams while with the Celtics, and along with Larry Bird and forward Kevin McHale (the original Big Three), are rightly regarded as one of the greatest frontcourts of all time.

He remains Boston’s all-time leader in blocks (1,703), offensive rebounds (3,450), and defensive rebounds (7,601).