1956-57 Boston Celtics Team Statistics and Player Highlights
The page from the 1969 Official NBA Guide focuses on the 1956-57 Boston Celtics, highlighting their championship season. It features a photograph of the team members along with their coaching staff, prominently displaying head coach Red Auerbach and team captain Bob Cousy. The names of the players are listed, including Lou Tsioropoulos, Andy Phillip, Bill Sharman, and Jim Loscutoff among others. The accompanying text outlines the final standings in the Eastern and Western Divisions that season, with the Celtics finishing first in the Eastern Division with a record of 32 wins and 20 losses. Statistical data, such as field goals attempted, free throws, rebounds, and points scored, are provided, demonstrating the team's performance. The document also includes a section titled "Top 25 Scorers," listing key players across the league, emphasizing the competitive nature of the NBA during that period.