Havlicek stole the ball

"Havlicek stole the ball" is a quote by radio broadcaster Johnny Most, as a jubilant reaction to a steal made by the Boston Celtics' John Havlicek against the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1965 NBA Eastern Division championship game seven. Most's call of the play has been dubbed by the NBA as "the most famous radio call in basketball history".

1965 Eastern Division Finals Game 7
Philadelphia 76ers Boston Celtics
109 110
Game won following the steal of an inbounds pass by John Havlicek
1234 Total
Philadelphia 76ers 26362027 109
Boston Celtics 35262920 110
DateApril 15, 1965
VenueBoston Garden, Boston, Massachusetts
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