The Celtics will be the subject of a five-part ESPN series entitled "The Association" that will air next month.

A news release from NBA Entertainment says: "While much of the preseason hype focused on the defending champion Lakers and the new look Miami Heat, viewers will see how the Celtics are working to prove that they never should be overlooked."

The series will chronicle the team's season-long journey while also providing some insight into the history of the storied franchise.

The episodes will air Dec. 3, Jan. 21, Feb. 25, March 16 and April 15.