Bob Cousy

Bob Cousy was a legendary point guard and floor general for the Boston Celtics, known for his exceptional ball-handling, court vision, and leadership. He was a central figure in the Celtics’ dynasty of the 1950s and early 1960s.

Key Achievements

• 6× NBA Champion (1957, 1959–1963)
• NBA Most Valuable Player (1957)
• 13× NBA All-Star (1951–1963)
• 10× All-NBA First Team
• Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (1971)
• Named to NBA 25th, 35th, 50th, and 75th Anniversary Teams

College Career

Cousy played at the College of the Holy Cross (1946–1950), where he became an All-American and led the team to an NCAA championship in 1947.

Career Stats (NBA)

• Games: 924
• Points per game: 18.4
• Assists per game: 7.5
• Rebounds per game: 5.2

Off the Court

After retiring, Cousy coached at the college and NBA levels and became an outspoken advocate for racial equality and player rights during and after his playing career.