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Red Auerbach, the architect behind one of the most dominant franchises in professional sports history, the Boston Celtics, has died at the age of 89. Auerbach coached 11 Hall of Famers and led Boston to 10 Eastern Division titles in 16 years.
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	Arnold "Red" Auerbach, the architect of the great Celtics' dynasty died on Oct. 28.

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