Other notable players who joined the Celtics were forwards Frank Ramsey and Jim Loscutoff. In the next years until 1956, the Celtics would make the playoffs every year, but never won the title. In fact, the Celtics often choked in the playoffs, going a mere 10–17 in the postseason from 1951 through 1956.[1] As Cousy put it: "We would get tired in the end and could not get the ball."[16] As a result, Auerbach sought a defensive big man who could get easy rebounds, initiate fast breaks, and close out games.[3]