Every year since the 2005-06 season, the Celtics have presented the Red Auerbach Award to the Celtics player or coach who best exemplifies the spirit of what it means to be a Celtics both on and off the court. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)
Paul Pierce - 2006
Celtics captain Paul Pierce won the inaugural award in 2006, and was able to share a moment with Red after receiving the award. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)
Al Jefferson - 2007
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Kevin Garnett - 2008
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Ray Allen - 2009
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Rajon Rondo - 2010
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Doc Rivers - 2011
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Kevin Garnett - 2012
Kevin Garnett became the first two-time winner of the Red Auerbach award in 2012. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)
Paul Pierce - 2013
Pierce won his second Auerbach Award in 2013. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)