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SAN ANTONIO,TX - DECEMBER 18 : Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs charges into Willie Reed #35 of the Los Angeles Clippers at AT&T Center on December 18, 2017 in San Antonio, Texas. 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 Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Making Sense of the Kawhi Leonard trade drama

Are the Boston Celtics still the Favorites to Reach the NBA Finals?

Boston Celtics: Atlantic Division will save the East

Boston Celtics show more confidence in Semi Ojeleye

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 11: Kadeem Allen #45 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball during a game against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on April 11, 2018 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)

Boston Celtics make next moves with Two way contract

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 09: Kyrie Irving #11 and Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics low five during the game against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on February 9, 2018 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 Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics with another chance to reset after next season

OAKLAND, CA - JANUARY 27: Kyrie Irving #11 and Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics exchange a hand shakes during the game against the Golden State Warriors on January 27, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Could the Boston Celtics Compete with the Warriors in a Seven Game Series?

BOSTON, MA - MAY 19: Isaiah Thomas

Boston Celtics fans will always root for Isaiah Thomas

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown shoots a three point shot with pressure from Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James. The Boston Celtics hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game Seven of their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 27, 2018. (Photo by Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Jaylen Brown embracing obstacles

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 7: Jabari Bird #26 of the Boston Celtics goes up for a dunk against the Denver Nuggets during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 7, 2018 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Assessing the Value of Jabari Bird

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: As the final seconds tick off the clock, the Celtics (left to right) head coach Brad Stevens, Marcus Smart and Terry Rozier II react. The Boston Celtics hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game Seven of their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 27, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Everything on the line for core of guards this season

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 25: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics speaks to crowd during game against the Washington Wizards on December 25, 2017 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Gordon Hayward will Help the Boston Celtics Tremendously Next Season

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Gordon Hayward of the Boston Celtics looks on before Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Gordon Hayward becoming one of the most underrated players in NBA

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 6: A detail view of the jersey of Jabari Bird #26 of the Boston Celtics during a game against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden on April 6, 2018 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)

Boston Celtics: Jabari Bird shining in Summer League

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics, center, talks with teammates Jaylen Brown #7 and Terry Rozier #12 during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 9, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the 76ers 114-112 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Bringing back the two best rivalries in the NBA

OAKLAND, CA - JANUARY 27: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics looks to pass the ball by the out stretched arm of Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on January 27, 2018 in Oakland, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics built to withstand new Warriors super Team

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Injured Boston Celtics Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward and Daniel Theis high five Jaylen Brown (hand at right) as Brown exits the game. The Boston Celtics hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game One of their NBA Eastern Conference Final Playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 13, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics continue to avoid pressure

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 6: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics and Terry Rozier #12 celebrate during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden on December 6, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Mavericks 97-90. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Rozier is the Perfect Fallback Option if Kyrie Leaves Next Summer

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 23: Kyrie Irving #11, Marcus Smart #36 and Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics get back on defense after during a 108-107 Los Angeles Lakers win at Staples Center on January 23, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics using the salary cap and luxury tax

WALTHAM, MA - APRIL 23: Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens, left, and Celtics general manager Danny Ainge watch as Jaylen Brown shoots during Boston Celtics practice in Waltham, MA on April 23, 2018. (Photo by Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Quiet offseason is ultimate show of confidence by Celtics organization

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics runs the tunnel prior to Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics on May 27, 2018 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Business of NBA continues to show through Smart’s free agency

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 28: Boston Celtics Kyrie Irving, right, hugs Jayson Tatum, left, at the end of the game in which the Celtics came from behind to beat the Houston Rockets, 99-98, at the TD Garden in Boston, Dec. 28, 2017. (Photo by John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics set to dominate the East for years

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts in the second half against the Boston Celtics during Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 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)

Lebron Brings The Celtics Lakers Rivalry Back With A Vengeance

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after hitting a three point shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

What Should Fans Expect From Jayson Tatum Next Season?

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics stands for the national anthem before Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics on May 27, 2018 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: What do early FA deals mean for Marcus Smart

The Boston Celtics bench led by Marcus Smart and Terry Rozier will be a key factor in Friday's game.(Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics ideal second unit

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 09: Kyrie Irving #11 and Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics low five during the game against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on February 9, 2018 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 Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics fluid ball handling and passing

Danny Ainge Boston Celtics (Photo by John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics need quick and quiet free agency