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BOSTON, MA - MAY 15: The Boston Celtics bench howls after Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James was called for a fourth quarter foul. The Boston Celtics host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the NBA Eastern Conference Final Playoff series at the TD Garden in Boston on May 15, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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BOSTON, MA - MAY 15: Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown fouls Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James during first half action. The Boston Celtics host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the NBA Eastern Conference Final Playoff series at the TD Garden in Boston on May 15, 2018. (Photo by Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

The Boston Celtics used LeBron James’ great start against him

BOSTON, MA - MAY 15: The Boston Celtics bench howls after Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James was called for a fourth quarter foul. The Boston Celtics host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the NBA Eastern Conference Final Playoff series at the TD Garden in Boston on May 15, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics handle the best the Cavaliers have to offer

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown reacts after knocking down a three point basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during third quarter action. 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 Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Jaylen Brown silencing critics one game at a time

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 11: Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics defends against LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the game between the two teams on February 11, 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)

Can Boston do something to Lebron that has never been done before?

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a play in Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 13, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Marcus Morris shows up when it matters most

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Boston Celtics Marcus Morris (right) plays defense on Cleveland Cavaliers LeBron James (left). 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 prevented James from being best player on court

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Boston Celtics Terry Rozier III, (12) Marcus Morris (13) and Jayson Tatum (0) celebrate after Rozier III hit a shot that made the score 96-68, and forced the Cavaliers to call a fourth quarter timeout. Cleveland's LeBron James is in the backGround at far right. 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 have to expect great response from LeBron James

BOSTON - MAY 9: Boston Celtics' Terry Rozier III high-fives a fan as he heads for the locker room following Boston's 114-112 victory. The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Five of the NBA Eastern Conference Semi Final playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 9, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics vs Cleveland Cavaliers: Eastern Conference Finals Preview

CLEVELAND, OH - NOVEMBER 03: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers laughs with teammates on the court during the first half against the Boston Celtics at Quicken Loans Arena on November 3, 2016 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. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics need to attack LeBron James’ lazy defense

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 9, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Al Horford proving his worth with brilliant postseason

BOSTON - MAY 9: Boston Celtics' Al Horford (42) starts the celebration after Boston's 114-112 victory. The Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Five of the NBA Eastern Conference Semi Final playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 9, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics prove they can close in game 5 victory against the 76ers

BOSTON, MA - MAY 3: Shane Larkin #8 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Shane Larkin’s Injury will impact the rotation

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 7: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Semifinals during the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 7, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jayson Tatum’s 3pt shooting making his success even more impressive

BOSTON, MA - MAY 3: Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum hangs around the rim after his slam dunk on a nice feed from teammate Terry Rozier III brought the crowd out of their seats and gave Boston a 103-97 lead, on their way to a 108-103 victory. Marcus Morris howls at left. The Boston Celtics hosted the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Two of their NBA Eastern Conference Semi Final playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 03, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

The Celtics Must Use Their Home-Court Advantage to Contain TJ McConnell in Game 5

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 07: Boston Celtics Center Al Horford (42) makes a pass to Boston Celtics Forward Marcus Morris (13) from the ground beyond the reach of Philadelphia 76ers Center Joel Embiid (21) in the second half during the Eastern Conference Semifinal Game between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers on May 07, 2018 at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. (Photo by Kyle Ross/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics game four nothing but a bad game

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 5: Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown howls after the Philadelphia 76ers missed the final shot in overtime giving Boston a victory. The Philadelphia 76ers host the Boston Celtics in Game Three of the Eastern Conference semifinals at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on May 5, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Can the Boston Celtics win the Eastern Conference in 2018?

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 7: T.J. McConnell #12 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts as he walks towards the bench in the fourth quarter against the Boston Celtics during Game Four of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Wells Fargo Center on May 7, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Celtics 103-92. 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 Fall to Philadelphia 76ers in Game 4

BOSTON, MA - May 3: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics reaches for the ball against Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Two of Round Two of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 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 have answers for 76ers young stars

BOSTON, MA - MAY 3: Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum hangs around the rim after his slam dunk on a nice feed from teammate Terry Rozier III brought the crowd out of their seats and gave Boston a 103-97 lead, on their way to a 108-103 victory. Marcus Morris howls at left. The Boston Celtics hosted the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Two of their NBA Eastern Conference Semi Final playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 03, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics do not look injured and inexperienced

BOSTON, MA - MAY 3: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics defends Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 3, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics not letting Ben Simmons do anything

BOSTON, MA - May 3: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Two of Round Two of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 3, 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 new big 3 deliver again

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Head Coach Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game One of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on April 30, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Brad Stevens working magic with the rotation

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 30: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics grabs a rebound overErsan Ilyasova #23 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game One in Round Two of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on April 30, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the 76ers 117-101. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Need to help Tatum at the FT line

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 30: From left, Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics, Guerschon Yabusele #30, and Jaylen Brown #7 cheer from the bench during the second quarter of Game One of Round Two of the 2018 NBA Playoffs against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on April 30, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Still Cannot expect Jaylen Brown back for game 2