How many times have the celtics and lakers played in the finals?

Answer 1

As of June 2010, the Boston Celtics have 17 NBA championships while the LA Lakers have 15. These numbers will change soon as both teams are currently playing in the NBA Finals with another ring on the line.

Answer 2

The Lakers and the Celtics, who have won 33 combined NBA titles, have played against each other in the NBA Finals 12 times.

Boston took the first eight meetings, winning in 1959, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969 and 1984. The Lakers rebounded with back-to-back wins in 1985 and 1987. But the Celtics renewed the rivalry in the 21st century with a championship in 2008. The Lakers rebounded in the 2010 Finals, outlasting the Celtics in seven games.

Answer 3

Twelve times, in 1959, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969, 1984, 1985, 1987, 2008 and 2010. The Lakers have won three times: in 1985, 1987 and 2010.

Answer 4

The Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Boston Celtics in the NBA finals 8 times.

Answer 5

None because the Lakers Reign Supreme

Answer 6

17 times

Answer 7

8

Answer 8

More than 1