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Back to Episodes1953: Celtics' First Playoff Win, Birthdays of Norm Cook & Vitaly Potapenko
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On May 19, 1953, the Boston Celtics secured their first-ever playoff series win, defeating the Syracuse Nationals in a marathon four-overtime game at the Boston Garden. Bob Cousys record-breaking performance, including a perfect 32-for-32 from the free-throw line, highlighted the intense competition. The game also marked the birthdays of two former Celtics, Norm Cook and Vitaly Potapenko, showcasing the franchises rich history.
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