Celtic Pride

Celtic Pride

Year: 1996

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Tom DeCerchio

SportComedy

After a heartbreaking NBA finals defeat, two devoted Boston Celtics fans, Mike and Jimmy, hatch a reckless scheme to undermine star player Lewis Scott. Their initial plan to embarrass him with alcohol and exhaustion quickly spirals out of control when they inadvertently kidnap him. The pair then find themselves grappling with the serious consequences of their actions and must reckon with the moral implications of their misguided attempt to help their team.

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1

Celtics' Heartbreaking Loss

The Boston Celtics suffer a shocking defeat to the Utah Jazz in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, leaving fans and players devastated. Mike O'Hara, a lifelong supporter, is particularly affected as his obsession with the team contributes to the collapse of his marriage.

Game 6 Boston
2

Carol Leaves Mike

Frustrated with Mike's unwavering devotion to the Celtics, his wife Carol walks out on him, taking their young son Tommy. This emotional loss deepens Mike's despair as he grapples with the aftermath of both the game and his family life.

3

Meeting Lewis Scott

In a twist of fate, Mike and his buddy Jimmy encounter Lewis Scott, the flashy shooting guard for the Utah Jazz, at a local nightclub. The two hatch a plan to get Scott drunk to sabotage his performance in Game 7.

Boston Nightclub
4

Capturing Scott

Their initial scheme spirals out of control as Mike and Jimmy accidentally hold Scott captive at Jimmy's apartment. As they realize the seriousness of their actions, they decide to use this unexpected situation to help the Celtics win Game 7.

Jimmy's Apartment
5

Tensions Rise

Scott ruthlessly mocks Mike and Jimmy, branding them as envious has-beens while flaunting his celebrity status. Mike's frustration simmers as Scott's egotistical antics, such as skipping practices, come to the forefront.

6

Scott's Escape Plan

In a reckless attempt to get away, Scott tries to conspire with Jimmy against Mike, but his plan quickly collapses. A grumpy cab driver and a local cop, both passionate Celtics fans, intervene, foiling Scott's escape.

Boston
7

Confrontation Before the Game

As the game begins, Mike confronts Scott in a one-on-one challenge but is caught off guard by Scott's threatening ultimatum. Mike is forced to decide whether to pretend to support the Jazz or face serious consequences.

Before Game 7 Boston Arena
8

Family Reconciliation

Facing the possibility of incarceration, Mike takes a moment to reconcile with his estranged family. At the same time, Jimmy bids a heartfelt farewell to his grandmother, acknowledging their risky situation.

9

Feigning Support

During the game, Mike and Jimmy cleverly convince other Celtics fans that their fake support for the Jazz is a strategic jinx to the game. Their antics seem to work initially as Boston holds a slim lead at halftime.

Boston Arena
10

Pep Talk from the Stands

Mike realizes that Scott refuses to pass the ball and delivers an electrifying pep talk to inspire the Celtics from the stands. This rallying call boosts the team's morale, sparking a stunning comeback by the Jazz.

Halftime Boston Arena
11

Deciding Between Allegiances

With the score close and seconds ticking down, Mike and Jimmy are torn between their loyalty to the Celtics and their moral integrity. Ultimately, they decide to support the underdog Jazz, resulting in an unexpected turn of events.

Final Moments of Game 7
12

Jazz Victory

As the Jazz pull off a sensational win, the emotional turmoil of the game culminates in shared excitement and relief for Mike and Jimmy. Despite Scott's earlier betrayal, this victory reignites a sense of camaraderie between the duo.

Game 7 Boston Arena
13

Months Later

Several months after the dramatic events, Mike promises Carol that he will never compromise his integrity again. Yet, as football season begins, he finds himself tempted to slip back into old habits.

Months Later
14

Sneaking into Deion Sanders' Room

In a late-night escapade at 3:00 a.m., Mike and Jimmy sneak into Deion Sanders' hotel room. Their intentions remain unclear, but their adventurous spirits suggest they're drawn back into a world of sports manipulation.

3:00 a.m. Deion Sanders' Hotel

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