NBA Franchises with the Most Championships (All Time)

About This Dataset

NBA franchises ranked by total championship titles won since the Basketball Association of America merged into the NBA in 1949. The Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers are tied as the most decorated franchises in NBA history — the Celtics' dynasty of the 1950s and 1960s under Bill Russell and Red Auerbach, and the Lakers' sustained excellence across multiple eras in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and through the Showtime, Kobe-Shaq, and LeBron eras, have produced a combined rivalry that defines the history of professional basketball.

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The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers dominate the championship landscape, with a combined total of 35 titles, showcasing their historical significance in the NBA. The gap between these two franchises and the rest is substantial; the Golden State Warriors, in third place, have only 7 championships, which illustrates the disparity in success among teams. The Celtics' legacy, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s, contrasts with the Lakers' adaptability across eras, including the Showtime and Kobe-Shaq dynasties. The rise of the Warriors in recent years suggests a shift in competitive dynamics, but the historical dominance of the Celtics and Lakers remains a defining feature of the league.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

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Boston Celtics leads with 18 in All Time.

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Average value in All Time: 8 · median: 6.

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Gap in All Time: Boston Celtics is 6× larger than Philadelphia 76ers.

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Boston Celtics

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8 records · NBA Championships · ranked by All Time

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#	Category	All Time
🥇	Boston Celtics	18
🥈	Los Angeles Lakers	17
🥉	Golden State Warriors	7
4	Chicago Bulls	6
5	San Antonio Spurs	5
6	Miami Heat	3
7	Detroit Pistons	3
8	Philadelphia 76ers	3