Marcus Smart: Boston’s most versatile guard
Boston Celtics secured another hard-fought victory Sunday afternoon in Toronto, there was one particular stat in the box score that stood out more than the rest. It was not Al Horford’s 21-point...
View ArticleTwo thorns, one rose: Marcus Smart
Marcus Smart is the definition of a love-hate relationship. John Geliebter – USA TODAY Sports. On nearly every team, there is at least one player that fans have a tumultuous love-hate relationship...
View ArticleBoston Celtics off to a hot start post All-Star break
It’s no secret that the Boston Celtics stumbled into the All-Star break. They lost four of their last five going into last weekend and had dropped two games behind the Toronto Raptors for first place...
View ArticleBoston Celtics: highlight factory
Last night, the Boston Celtics took on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden in primetime. Both teams put on a great show, but the Celtics, in particular, brought the sparks. Kyrie Irving and...
View ArticleHow Marcus Smart’s return impacts the play of his teammates
Though it’s only been a week since All-Star Weekend, the Celtics are already looking better on offense and defense than they did prior to the break. Leading up to the weekend festivities, Boston had...
View ArticleDefense is the key to a Boston Celtics’ championship
Every NBA team has inherent strengths and weaknesses. The Boston Celtics are no different. Brad Stevens’ team is currently occupying the No. 2 spot in the Eastern Conference with a 42-19 record. At...
View ArticleUndermanned Boston Celtics come up just short against Indiana Pacers
Marcus Smart led the undermanned Celtics against the Indiana Pacers Sunday night. Jeff Hanisch – USA TODAY Sports. Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens knew it was going to be a tough night. Guard...
View ArticleHow do the Boston Celtics combat injuries heading into the playoffs?
It was just five minutes into the season, and the injury bug to bite the Boston Celtics. Gordon Hayward’s fall resulting in a broken ankle dramatically changed the trajectory of the Boston season, or...
View Article(Un) Lucky Charms
The Boston Celtics have been cursed. Yes, I know. Crazy thought. However, is it so far fetched considering the Celtics’ season thus far? It was evident from the start that the Celtics’ season would...
View ArticleThe Boston Celtics just won’t stop fighting
Jayson Tatum has really stepped up with all of Boston’s injuries. Jasen Vinlove – USA TODAY Sports. When Gordon Hayward went down in the very first game of the season, the Boston Celtics knew this year...
View Article5 Keys for the Boston Celtics against the Philadelphia 76ers
Of all the second round matchups in the NBA Playoffs, the series between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers may be the most intriguing. Both teams are among the five youngest in the league....
View ArticleWhat should the Boston Celtics do with Marcus Smart and Terry Rozier?
The Boston Celtics continue to demonstrate their bright future after a difficult, injury-riddled finish to the regular season. Since superstar point guard Kyrie Irving was shut down for the season due...
View ArticleShould the Boston Celtics pay Marcus Smart?
The Boston Celtics currently have a 2-1 series lead on the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals thanks, in part, to the stellar play of Marcus Smart. Smart, set to be a restricted free...
View Article5 free agents the New York Knicks should consider signing
As the NBA offseason rapidly approaches it is time to take a look at potential players the New York Knicks may target in free agency. After David Fizdale, Steve Mills and Scott Perry spoke to the media...
View ArticleBoston Celtics Off-season decisions: What to do with Marcus Smart
Heading into the off-season, the Boston Celtics will need to make some tough decisions considering their lack of cap room. One of those decisions will be on Marcus Smart, who despite his historically...
View ArticleFree agent targets for the Cleveland Cavaliers after LeBron’s departure
The Cleveland Cavaliers are still reeling from LeBron James’ decision to leave Cleveland for the bright lights of Los Angeles. While many predicted that James would sign with the Lakers, Cavs fans...
View ArticleBoston Celtics: Is Marcus Smart worth his new contract?
To everyone’s surprise, the Boston Celtics had an incredibly productive season despite losing Gordon Hayward on opening night and losing Kyrie Irving before the playoffs. A lot of their success is...
View ArticleGrading the Boston Celtics’ off-season moves
As expected, the Boston Celtics’ off-season lacked the “fireworks” we’ve seen out of the team over the past few years. The team headed into the off-season without a top pick, and limited cap room which...
View ArticleThe Boston Celtics’ quiet (yet successful) summer
It’s the end of July and we are deep into the NBA offseason. LeBron James joining the Los Angeles Lakers, DeMarcus Cousins teaming up with the Golden State Warriors, and Kawhi Leonard being traded to...
View ArticleWhy the Celtics must re-sign Terry Rozier and Kyrie must go
Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier III (12) dribbles the ball against Utah Jazz forward Royce O’Neale (23). Photo by: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports With many uncertain that Boston Celtics point guard...
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