Top 10 moments from the Boston Celtics' 2024 championship run

10) Al Horford gets MVP chants after icing the Cavs series

Al Horford replaced Kristaps Porzingis in the starting five for most of the playoffs, and he did not miss a beat. In his 17th NBA season, the 38-year-old big man looked as young as ever – especially in Game 5 of the second round.

In a closeout game with a conference finals berth on the line, Horford finished off a vintage performance with his sixth three-pointer of the night. Big Al stole the show with 22 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, three blocks, and one epic moment to end it.

After he officially ended Cleveland’s season with a three from the top of the key, Horford let the crowd know he was fired up with an epic celebratory leap. Moments later, the beloved big man subbed out to MVP chants as he urged the crowd to get louder and louder.

Horford’s electric interaction with TD Garden may not have come in a clutch moment or after a very close win, but it was an unforgettable moment nonetheless.

This moment meant a lot for many Celtics fans, especially those with a soft spot for Horford. The Dominican veteran made history as he joined the great Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the only player aged 37 or older to ever post at least 20 points, 15 rebounds, five assists, and three blocks in a playoff game.

Horford's chances at a spot in the Hall of Fame have risen now that he has a championship on his resume. At the very least, fans can expect Boston to retire Big Al's jersey one day.