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ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 06: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics walks on the court during player introductions prior to facing the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena on November 6, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

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ATLANTA, GA - NOVEMBER 6: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball against the Atlanta Hawks on November 6, 2017 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. 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 Scott Cunningham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Survive Defensive Lapse Against Hawks

Boston Celtics forward Al Horford celebrates late in the game against the Orlando Magic on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla. Boston won the game, 104-88. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics’ Defense Has Been as Impressive as the Offense

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) blocks the shot of Boston Celtics forward Al Horford (42) on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Becoming a Dominant Rebounding Team

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: The Boston Celtics are seen during the National Anthem before the game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 30, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Are the Celtics a Better Team than the Cavaliers?

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - NOVEMBER 03: Boston Celtics Center Al Horford (42) Boston Celtics Guard Marcus Smart (36) Boston Celtics Guard Terry Rozier (12) Boston Celtics Forward Marcus Morris (13) Boston Celtics Forward Jaylen Brown (7) walking of the court versus Oklahoma City Thunder on November 03, 2017 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena Oklahoma City, OK. (Photo by Torrey Purvey/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Cannot Take the Magic Lightly

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: Al Horford 42 of the Boston Celtics defends LaMarcus Aldridge #12 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half of the game at TD Garden on October 30, 2017 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. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Al Horford Building Strong DPOY Case

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - NOVEMBER 3: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder on November 3, 2017 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Putting the League on Notice

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 1: Al Horford #42 and Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics react to a play against the Sacramento Kings on November 1, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Defense Will be Put to Test Against Thunder

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 Make Season Debut Against Thunder

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 28: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics reacts during 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)

Is the Celtics Defense Legit?

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 9: Aron Baynes 46 of the Boston Celtics gets introduced before the preseason game against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 9, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Aron Baynes and the Value of Toughness

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Kyrie Irving #11 and Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the New York Knicks on October 24, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Marcus Morris Will Travel on Road Trip

BOSTON - NOVEMBER 1: Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving and Celtics guard Jaylen Brown celebrate Brown's 26 foot three pointer on an assist by Irving for the 78-54 lead during the third quarter. The Boston Celtics host the Sacramento Kings in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Nov. 1, 2017. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Proving They Don’t Need Any One Star

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics and team mates react on the bench during the second half of the game against the San Antonio Spurs at TD Garden on October 30, 2017 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. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Can’t Let Up Against the Kings

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket against the San Antonio Spurs on October 30, 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Can Jaylen Brown Keep up the Scoring?

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at TD Garden on October 30, 2017 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. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Jayson Tatum Impacting the Game Without Scoring

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics looks at his notes during the first half against the New York Knicks at TD Garden on October 24, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Brad Stevens is respected by the Very Best

BOSTON - OCTOBER 30: Boston Celtics' Guerschon Yabusele, left, and Kyrie Irving, right, congratulate teammate Terry Rozier III after he scored eight straight points in the fourth quarter to extend Boston's lead from 85-74 to 93-74. The Boston Celtics host the San Antonio Spurs in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Oct. 30, 2017. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics the Hottest Team In the NBA

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 24: Daniel Theis 27 of the Boston Celtics celebrates with Semi Ojeleye #37 and Shane Larkin #8 during the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at TD Garden on October 24, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Knicks 110-89. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Getting Defense From Their Depth

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 30: Al Horford 42 of the Boston Celtics defends LaMarcus Aldridge #12 of the San Antonio Spurs during the first half of the game at TD Garden on October 30, 2017 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. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Get First Signature Win Against the Spurs

MIAMI, FL - OCTOBER 28: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics reacts during 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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