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Mar 5, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) celebrates a fourth quarter three pointer against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Celtics 109-106. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Isaiah Thomas Could Be The NBA’s Best Pick-and-Roll Ball Handler

Absence of Al Horford Shows His Defensive Value To Boston

Boston Celtics Continue to Play Down to Competition

Injuries Catch up to the Boston Celtics Quickly

Celtics’ Win Over Lakers Is A Reminder Of Danny Ainge’s Worth

Mar 3, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle (30) and Boston Celtics forward Amir Johnson (90) battle for a rebound in the first half at Staples Center. Photo Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics vs Lakers Rivalry Ready for Revival

Jan 27, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) reacts after his basket against the Orlando Magic in the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

The Value of Positional Fungibility

Mar 1, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) is guarded by Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart (36) during the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Celtics Should Keep Pressure on the Cavaliers

Mar 1, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas (4) reacts during the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports

Win Over Cavaliers Displays Resolve of Celtics

Feb 26, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka (9) controls a ball during the first quarter in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

The Celtics Stack Up Just Right With the New Look Raptors

Feb 15, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Channing Frye (8) during the first half at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Will the Celtics Trade For Paul George on Draft Night?

February 25, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Isaiah Whitehead (15) shoots the basketball against Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) and center Zaza Pachulia (27) during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Nets 112-95. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

February Brooklyn Nets Sadness Index

Feb 27, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) drives to the basket past Atlanta Hawks forward Taurean Prince (12) during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Isaiah Thomas’ Struggles vs. Atlanta Could Foreshadow Postseason

Feb 13, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) dribbles as Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (40) defends during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Where Has Al Horford’s Scoring Gone?

Oct 29, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) sits on the bench during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. The Celtics defeated the Hornets 104-98. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Avery Bradley’s Injury Becoming a Mysterious Concern

Feb 24, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder (99) and point guard Isaiah Thomas (4) and guard Marcus Smart (36) during their game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Celtics 107-97. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics Need to Rebound After Quiet Deadline

Mar 31, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Boston Celtics center Jared Sullinger (7) reacts to a call during the third quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. The Trail Blazers won 116-109. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Celtics Should Bring Back Jared Sullinger

Feb 24, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) reacts as a flagrant foul is committed on him by Boston Celtics point guard Isaiah Thomas (4) at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Blow Tiebreaker to the Toronto Raptors

Feb 16, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) and Chicago Bulls forward Taj Gibson (22) scramble for the ball during the second half at the United Center. Chicago won 104-103. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

The Boston Celtics Need Health as the Trade Deadline Passes

Jan 24, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) shoots as Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (13) defends during the second half at Verizon Center. Washington Wizards won 123 - 108. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Isaiah Thomas On Pace For Celtics’ Best Scoring Season Ever

Longer Contracts Key to Jimmy Butler or Paul George Trade

Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge (left) has some potential deals to look into. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Should Wait Until Summer to Trade

May 17, 2016; New York, NY, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas represents his team during the NBA draft lottery at New York Hilton Midtown. He is well versed in draft matters. Photo Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

New Pick Protection Rule Could Change Boston’s Trade Negotiations

Nov 17, 2015; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Detroit won 104-99. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics Dreaming of Drummond

Feb 7, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; The crowd reacts to Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) after he makes a shot against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Buyer Beware: Celtics Should Stay Quiet at NBA Trade Deadline

Apr 22, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond (0) looks to pass around Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson (13) during the first quarter in game three of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Andre Drummond to Boston? Yes Please

Is Marcus Smart Making Avery Bradley Expendable?

Jan 7, 2017; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center Andrew Bogut (6) rebounds the ball against the Atlanta Hawks in the 1 quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Trade Rumor: Boston Celtics Look to Andrew Bogut as Secondary Option