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What are the Boston Celtics' retired numbers? Taking a closer look at one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history
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History of retired numbers dates back to Lou Gehrig Day
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The history - and expedience - of the Twins retiring jersey numbers - Twinkie Town
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Retired number - Wikipedia
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Colorado Avalanche Retire Six Numbers in Franchise History - BVM Sports
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File:Miller Park Retired Numbers (4953172314).jpg - Wikimedia Commons
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Celtics' bland retired number banners are unworthy of the franchise's history
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Retired Jerseys, Los Angeles Lakers Lakers
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File:Los Angeles Kings - Retired Numbers of Superstars - Staples Center - Los Angeles, CA - USA (6914447045).jpg - Wikipedia
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History of Celtics retired numbers - CelticsBlog
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File:Padres retired numbers.JPG - Wikipedia
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Retired Uniform Numbers in the American League
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Retired number - Wikipedia
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Retired Jerseys - BYU Athletics - Official Athletics Website - BYU Cougars
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Yankee Stadium: Monument Park - Retired Numbers - Mickey M…