Red Auerbach Autographs
Arnold Jacob "Red" Auerbach was an American basketball coach and executive, widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball coaches in history. He was born on September 20, 1917, in Brooklyn, New York, and grew up playing basketball on the streets. After graduating from George Washington University, Auerbach served in the US Navy during World War II before joining the Washington Capitols as a coach in 1946. In 1950, he was appointed head coach of the Boston Celtics, where he led the team to nine NBA championships between 1957 and 1966.
Under Auerbach's tutelage, the Celtics were known for their fast-paced, team-oriented playing style that paved the way for modern basketball. He emphasized the importance of defense, ball movement, and teamwork, which made the team a dominant force in the league. Auerbach was also a master of strategy, introducing the concept of the sixth man (using a substitute player to energize the team), and employing a full-court pressure defense that is still used in the NBA today. He was known for his fiery personality and competitive spirit, which inspired his players and earned him the nickname "The Coach."
After retiring as head coach in 1966, Auerbach became the Celtics' general manager, a position he held until 1984. During his tenure, the Celtics continued to be a powerhouse in the league, winning seven more championships. Auerbach was instrumental in building and recruiting some of the NBA's greatest players, including Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, John Havlicek, and Larry Bird. His contributions to basketball were celebrated during his lifetime and after his death in 2006, which was marked by tributes and memorials from players and coaches. Today, he is remembered as a visionary leader who revolutionized the game of basketball and set the standard for future generations of coaches and players.
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Current items with a signature of Red Auerbach
These are the most current items with a signature of Red Auerbach that were listed on eBay and on other online stores - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | Red Auerbach Boston Celtics Basketball Coach Autographed Book PSA w/Feinstein | $166.49 |  |
 | Red Auerbach Signed 8x10 Vintage Team Type 1 Photo JSA Boston Celtics Team Photo | $282.50 | |
Traded items with a signature of Red Auerbach
The most expensive item with a signature of Red Auerbach (Red Auerbach Original Art Sketch Card Boston Celtics Signed Auto 1/1 BAS) was sold in February 2025 for $2,400.00 while the cheapest item (Red Auerbach #4 Sketch Card Limited 6/50 Edward Vela Signed) found a new owner for $0.99 in January 2019. The month with the most items sold (14) was August 2025 with an average selling price of $167.75 for an autographed item of Red Auerbach. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in June 2023 with $700.00 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was February 2018. In average, an autographed item from Red Auerbach is worth $67.00.
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Latest News about Red Auerbach
On this day: Celtics icon Red Auerbach retires as coach, 1966 championship won (04/28/2023): On this day, renowned Boston Celtics head coach and GM Red Auerbach retired as coach of the team after winning the franchise's 9th championship. 
On this day: Celtic legend Red Auerbach hired as coach; Heat eliminated in 2010 (04/27/2023): On this day in 1950, the Celtics hired Red Auerbach as head coach, and 60 years later, Boston would eliminate the Miami Heat from playoff contention. The Boston Celtics-centric history of ‘walking the dog’ (02/01/2023): The occasionally rage-inducing (but effective) practice was popularized by Red Auerbach's Celtics in Hall of Fame big man Bill Russell's prime. On this day: Red passes; KC Jones coach, Hudson, Rozier, Mickey, R. Morgan, Cook (10/28/2022): On this day, legendary Boston Celtics team president and coach Red Auerbach passed away in 2006. Celtics legends Bill Russell and Red Auerbach give a lesson on getting rebounds (09/12/2022): The two Boston greats demonstrate proper rebounding technique in the classic clip from the 'Red on Roundball' series.
Older News Stories about Red Auerbach
The relationship between Bill Russell and Red Auerbach that made the Boston Celt (08/2022): Their mutual respect and drive to win created the Celtics' dynasty. Bill Russell, Who Led the Celtics to 11 Championships, Dies at 88 (07/2022): A Hall of Fame center whose former coach, Red Auerbach, called “the single most devastating force in the history of the game.” Doc Rivers wins 100th playoff game, passes Red Auerbach for fifth on all-time li (04/2022): Rivers is now also one of only five coaches with 100 or more playoff wins. The One Question Red Auerbach Wouldn't Answer (02/2015): The following was originally published in the Dec. 1986 issue of Sport magazine. It is reprinted here with the author's permission. Read more... Brandon Bass Wins Red Auerbach Award (04/2014): Brandon Bass won the 9th annual Red Auerbach Award prior to the team's season finale against the Washington Wizards Wednesday night. Red Auerbach Statue Sporting Bruins Gear (05/2013): It seems like nearly everyone is wearing black and gold around Boston as the NHL Playoffs captivate us all. Akron's Keith Dambrot earns Red Auerbach award (04/2013): University of Akron men’s basketball head coach Keith Dambrot is the 2013 Red Auerbach Coach of the Year, the Jewish Coaches Association announced Monday. Akron's Dambrot a finalist for Red Auerbach Award (03/2013): University of Akron men's basketball head coach Keith Dambrot is one of five finalists for the 2013 Red Auerbach College Coach of the Year Award. Red Auerbach taught us that 'injuries don't have to be physical' (06/2012): If all you knew of the late Red Auerbach was his public persona, the fiery patriarch of the Celtics was not someone... M. Basketball. Braun Named Finalist for Red Auerbach Award (03/2012): Rice University head coach Ben Braun has been named one of three finalists for the 2012 Red Auerbach College Coach of the Year Award. Red Auerbach items get $785G at auction (05/2011): Boston Celtics fans drove up the price of Red Auerbach's memorabilia in an auction that netted $785,550 for his... Celtics Coach Doc Rivers Wins 2010-2011 Red Auerbach Award (04/2011): Celtics coach Doc Rivers has been chosen to receive this year’s Red Auerbach Award. Red Auerbach championship rings up for auction (03/2011): A California auction house expects to raise at least $500,000 for Celtics legend Red Auerbach's family from a three-part...
