Donnie Menke

Joined: Apr 19, 2017

I am currently a sophomore at Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. My dream is to be a professional sports writer for my career. I am a die-hard Celtics and Xavier basketball fan

Boston Celtics forward Al Horford celebrates late in the game against the Orlando Magic on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla. Boston won the game, 104-88. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

How the Celtics Defense Improved

BOSTON, MA - MAY 25: A general view of TD Garden during the third quarter of Game Five of the 2017 NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics on May 25, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Why Kyrie Irving Will Become the Franchise Player Boston Hopes He Can Be

Sep 25, 2015; Waltham, MA, USA; Boston Celtics GM Danny Ainge (left) and co-owner Wyc Grousbeck, during media day at the Boston Celtic Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Boston Celtics Shouldn’t Trade the Number One Pick

May 2, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens reacts during the first quarter in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs against the Washington Wizards at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Need Everyone to Step Up, Not Just Thomas

Mar 26, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) looks to pass the ball past Miami Heat forward Willie Reed (35) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 112-108 win over the Miami Heat at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports