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Feb 24, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) drives to the basket against Toronto Raptors forward P.J. Tucker (2) at Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Celtics 107-97. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: The Art of the Post Up

Al Horford has Been Worth Every Penny of his Max Contract

Celtics-Wizards Is The Playoff Matchup We Should All Be Looking Forward To

Marcus Smart’s Burgeoning Post Game

Mar 20, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) controls the ball while Washington Wizards forward Otto Porter Jr. (22) defends during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Show the Wizards Who’s Boss

Dec 7, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) reacts with guard Terry Rozier (12) and forward Jae Crowder (99) against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Boston Celtics defeated the Orlando Magic 117-87. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Is the 1st-Seed Really What the Celtics Want?

Apr 6, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Ray Allen (34) reacts after missing a three point basket against the New York Knicks during the second half at American Airlines Arena. Miami won 102-91. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Ray Allen’s Departure in 2012 Still Stings Among Ex-Teammates

Mar 19, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) goes up for a shot during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Kansas defeated Michigan State 90-70. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Draft: Top Talent Taking Stress Out of Lottery Results

Feb 15, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) drives the ball against Philadelphia 76ers guard Nik Stauskas (11) and forward Nerlens Noel (4) in the second half at TD Garden. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 116-108. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Must be Wary of Trap Game in Philadelphia

Mar 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) falls as Kent State Golden Flashes guard Kevin Zabo (55) defends in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Draft: Versatility Gives Lonzo Ball an Extra Edge

March 10, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) dives for a loose ball during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Jae Crowder Leading the Defensive Surge

Mar 8, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) celebrates with guard Isaiah Thomas (4) after a play against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Boston Celtics defeated the Golden State Warriors 99-86. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

5 Reasons Why the Celtics Have What it Takes For a Big Playoff Run

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler (21) dishes a pass past Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Bulls Drama Should Drive Jimmy Butler’s Price Down

Mar 15, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Al Horford (42) prepares to take a shot during the third quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at TD Garden. The Boston Celtics won 117-104. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Al Horford Is A Consistent Triple-Double Threat

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) smiles from the bench during the second half of the Boston Celtics 100-80 win over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Isaiah Thomas to Miss Two Game Road Trip

Feb 22, 2017; Reno, NV, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack forward Cameron Oliver (0) celebrates a win over the Boise State Broncos as the clock runs out in the second half at Lawlor Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Lance Iversen-USA TODAY Sports

Deep Draft Prospects for Celtics to Watch during the Big Dance

Don’t Use NCAA Tourney Performances As Draft Guide For Celtics

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) shoots over Chicago Bulls center Robin Lopez (8) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Winning With Isaiah Thomas

March 10, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) shoots the ball during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Avery Bradley’s Health Critical to Boston Celtics’ Playoff Run

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) attempts to block a shot by Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler (21) during the first half of the Boston Celtics 100-80 win over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Back to Winning With Defense

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) defends against Chicago Bulls center Robin Lopez (8) during the second half of the Boston Celtics 100-80 win over the Chicago Bulls at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Amir Johnson Stepping Up Defensively For Celtics

Feb 24, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas (4) looks on against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Celtics 107-97. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Need to Capitalize on Easy Schedule

Mar 12, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) blocks a shot by Chicago Bulls center Robin Lopez (8) during the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics Embarrass Bulls With Defense

Feb 9, 2017; Portland, OR, USA;Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless (4) contests the shot from Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) in the second half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

Jaylen Brown is in his Element

Feb 26, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) looks on form the bench during a game against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. The Cougars won 79-71. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports

HH Big Board 1.0: Top 30 Players for the Boston Celtics

Sep 09, 2016; Springfield, MA, USA; Shaquille O’Neal speaks at the Springfield Symphony Hall during the 2016 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony. Photo Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Celtics’ Too Little Too Late All Stars

Feb 24, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens looks on from the sideline against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Celtics 107-97. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Need More Focus, Not Energy

Mar 8, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) drives in against Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics Have Figured Out How To Shut Down Warriors Shooters