The Greatest Comeback in NBA History: Celtics vs. Lakers 2008

Down by 24 points in the second half against their biggest rivals, the Boston Celtics looked hopeless. The Lakers, led by superstar Kobe Bryant, seemed headed to an easy victory in their own building. But the Celtics, with future Hall of Famers Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen, refused to give up. Slowly and surely, they chipped away at the deficit with stifling defense and clutch shots. The energy in the arena shifted as the Celtics mounted their comeback, and the Lakers began to tighten up. With just over five minutes left, the Celtics completed the improbable comeback and took the lead for the first time in the game. The final score of 97-91 secured the Celtics' place in history as the team with the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. It was a testament to their grit, determination, and never-say-die attitude that propelled them to the championship that year. The game will forever be remembered as one of the greatest comebacks in basketball history.