On this day in Celtics history, Boston honored Sam Jones, won 60 games in a season for the first time, and lost Clyde ...

“Called “Mr. Clutch” by many of his peers, Sam Jones was one of the linchpins of ... and cool demeanor helped the Celtics win 10 NBA Championships in the 12 years he played with the team.” ...

Despite his impact, he remains overlooked, as he sacrificed individual accolades for team success. By complementing Bird and ...

Sam Jones, the first Black athlete inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame in 1967, was born in Wilmington in 1933. The Boston Celtics drafted him in the first round of the 1957 NBA draft ...

The 2024 NBA Draft was eventful for the Oklahoma ... Thanks to general manager Sam Presti, Jones has the chance to shine as a player for OKC. “It’s a blessing. I view Sam as one of the best ...