Celtics' Russell Dominates, Smart Wins DPOY

0:00It's April 18th. Welcome in. This is Boston Celtics News Today, where your team meets AI. I'm Corey with the story. On this day in Boston Celtics history, the team grabbed their fifth NBA title back in the 1961-62 season. They edged out the Minneapolis Lakers in game 7, winning 1-107 in overtime against their fierce rivals. Bill Russell dominated with 30 points and a jaw-dropping 40 rebounds in that game, setting a final series record of 189, boards that still stands. Sam Jones chipped in 27 points and 8 rebounds to seal the deal, while Laker's guard Frank Selby's buzzer-beater clanged off the rim, forcing the extra frame. That win cemented Boston's early dynasty run and amped up the Celtics, Laker's beef that's defined the league for decades. Fans still buzz about Russell's rebounding clinic as one of Hoops' all-time feats. Fast forward to more recent history on the same date, Marcus Smart snagged the 2022 defensive

1:01player of the year award. He became the first guard to win it since Gary Payton in 1996. The NBA made it special by having Payton's surprise smart with the trophy at the hour box center, linking old-school grit to today's defensive wizards, keeping the green legacy alive.