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MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 28:the Boston Celtics stands for the national anthem prior to the game against the Miami Heat at the American Airlines Arena on October 28, 2017 in Miami Florida. 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 Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Brad Stevens Already Building Great COY Campaign

Boston Celtics Winning With Defense

BOSTON - OCTOBER 18: Boston Celtics center Al Horford (42) and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) double down defensively on Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (13) during the first quarter. The Boston Celtics host the Milwaukee Bucks in the team's home season opener at TD Garden in Boston on Oct. 18, 2017. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Is the Rebounding Sustainable?

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 17: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics is sits on the floor after being injured while playing the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on October 17, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Gordon Hayward staying Ready During Injury

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 17: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics consoles Gordon Hayward #20 after Hayward was injured while playing the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on October 17, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Granted Player Exception for Hayward

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 9: Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat gets introduced before the preseason game against the Charlotte Hornets on October 9, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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 Oscar Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Kelly Olynyk Revenge Game?

Milwaukee, WI - OCTOBER 26: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 26, 2017 at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

Al Horford Gets a Break Against the Miami Heat

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Al Horford

Al Horford Carrying the Boston Celtics Through Injuries

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Jaylen Brown

3 Players Who Have Improved During Hayward’s Absence

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 9: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during a preseason game on October 9, 2017 at 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Youth: Fluke or Just the Beginning?

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics defends Kristaps Porzingis #6 of the New York Knicks during the first half at TD Garden on October 24, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Al Horford Leading the Way on Defenae

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 18: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 18, 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 Steve Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Should Al Horford Play More Point Guard?

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 17: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics dunks the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 17, 2017 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Young Stars Aren’t Just Along for the Ride

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Jayson Tatum

The Future is Bright in Boston

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 2: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics goes up for a dunk during a game against the New York Knicks on April 2, 2017 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Need a Confidence Boost Against the Knicks

NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 2: Kristaps Porzingis #6 of the New York Knicks handles the ball during a game against the Boston Celtics on April 2, 2017 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Do Not Expect One Matchup for Porzingis

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 11: Eric Bledsoe #2 of the Phoenix Suns gets introduced before the preseason game against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 11, 2017 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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 Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Not a Realistic Trade Partner for Eric Bledsoe

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 18: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against the Milwaukee Bucks on October 18, 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 Steve Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Can The Boston Celtics Still Have A Successful Season?

CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 11: Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on October 11, 2017 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

Marcus Morris to Miss Another Week

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 20: Kenny Atkinson of the Brooklyn Nets reacts in the first half against the Orlando Magicduring their game at Barclays Center on October 20, 2017 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Brooklyn Nets Still Validating Danny Ainge

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot #7 of the Philadelphia 76ers in the second quarter at the Wells Fargo Center on October 20, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 102-92. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

How Kyrie Irving Could Jumpstart the Celtics Offense

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 9: Jabari Bird #26 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball during a preseason game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 9, 2017 at 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jabari Bird Earned Trust in First Apearance

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: Kyrie Irving

Boston Celtics Fixing Rebounding as a Unit

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics gets introduced before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 20, 2017 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Will Benefit From Mini Break

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics attempts a lay up against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers in the first quarter at the Wells Fargo Center on October 20, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 102-92. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Jayson Tatum Showcasing Full Offensive Arsenal

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 20: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics high fives Kyrie Irving #11 and Shane Larkin #8 in the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center on October 20, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 102-92. 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 Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Balanced Attack Leads to First Victory