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May 12, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) makes a three-point field goal over Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) in the final minute of the fourth quarter in game six of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 92-91, and tied the series at 3-3. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Isaiah Thomas has Proved He’s More Effective than John Wall

Michael James
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Celtics Need Marcus Smart To Reappear In Game 7

Boston Celtics Know What They Need to Win Game Seven

No Matter the Outcome, the Celtics are in Good Position

May 12, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) reacts on the court against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter in game six of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 92-91, and tied the series at 3-3. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

“Game 7 on Monday”

Michael James
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Mar 19, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts during the second half against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

What Happens if the Celtics Lose the Lottery?

Michael James
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May 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) dribbles the ball past Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) in the second quarter in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Thomas-Horford Role Reversal Making a Difference

Michael James
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Jan 24, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards forward Jason Smith (14) defends during the first half at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

The State of the Celtics Frontcourt

Eric Cross
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Apr 6, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) celebrates a play with forward Jaylen Brown (7) in the third quarter of their game against the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 123-116. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Jaylen Brown Fits Into Celtics Winning Ways

Harry Bachrach
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Apr 30, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Fans reach for Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) after their 123-111 win over the Washington Wizards in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Are the Celtics This Year’s Dark Horse in the Playoffs?

Jake Schwab
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May 10, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) and center Al Horford (42) react to a play against the Washington Wizards during the second half in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. The Celtics defeated the Wizards 123-101. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Gortat Should Take Avery Bradley More Seriously

Joshua Bateman
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Apr 30, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (12) knocks the ball away from Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) during the second quarter in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Learn to Win Without as Much Isaiah Thomas

John Eyler
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May 10, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) reacts to his three point basket against the Washington Wizards during the first quarter in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Answer Isaiah Thomas’ Call

Joshua Bateman
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Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; Ante Zizic walks off stage after being selected as the number twenty-three overall pick to the Boston Celtics in the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

Ante Zizic Would be a Huge Help vs Wizards

Michael James
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May 2, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Terry Rozier (12) is guarded by Washington Wizards point guard Brandon Jennings (7) during the third quarter in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Terry Rozier Should be Running the Second Unit

Joshua Bateman
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Apr 26, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; The Boston Celtics huddle at center court during the second half in game five of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs against the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

What Needs to Happen for Boston to Advance

Eric Cross
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Apr 30, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts after making a three point basket against the Washington Wizards during the second quarter in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

It’s Time for the Boston Celtics to Become the Next NBA Villains

Cullen Hawkins
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May 6, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Ray Allen (left), guard Dwyane Wade (center)m and forward LeBron James (right) talk on the bench during the second half in game one of the second round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs against the Brooklyn Nets at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Don’t Tell the ’08 Celtics How They Should Feel About Ray Allen

Michael James
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May 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens gestures from the bench as Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (R) looks on against the Washington Wizards in the third quarter in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 116-89. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Three Keys for Celtics Ahead of Game 5

Harry Bachrach
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May 7, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) and Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) jump for the opening tip during the first quarter in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Trouble With the Starting Lineup

Joshua Bateman
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May 7, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards during the first quarter in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Pressure is Back on the Boston Celtics

Joshua Bateman
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May 7, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) dribbles the ball as Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) defends during the second quarter in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics Biggest Issues in Games 3 and 4 Against Wizards

Michael James
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May 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard Brandon Jennings (7) attempts to steal the ball from Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (12) in the third quarter in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 116-89. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Battle for Control in Game Four

Joshua Bateman
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Apr 5, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) reacts with his team after a play against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The Real Keys to the Boston Celtics Success

Eric Cross
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May 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) knocks the ball from Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris (5) in the third quarter in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 116-89. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Can’t Get Caught up in Tensions

Joshua Bateman
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May 4, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) leaps to pass the ball as Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) defends in the first quarter in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Kelly Oubre Suspension Will Keep Everyone on Edge

Joshua Bateman
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Apr 26, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Kelly Olynyk (41) has words with Chicago Bulls guard Anthony Morrow (11) during the first half in game five of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

An Aggressive Kelly Olynyk Would Help Celtics

Harry Bachrach
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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

Donnie Menke
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