Boston Celtics
Celtics Vs. Pistons: A Historical Rivalry Revive
Pistons and Celtics face each other again in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Lakers backed the wrong guy
Dr. Jerry Buss is making Celtics fans and other Western Conference teams extremely happy these days. The Lakers' majority owner has decided to turn his back on one of the greatest and most dominant centers of all-time in favor of a spoiled brat who quit in the Finals.
Inadvertent inspiration?
Danny Ainge hopes the Celtics miss the playoffs so the team can get a higher draft pick. Fair enough, but by saying so publicly, has he provided the fuel for the Celtics' playoff run? Here's a look at the situation.
The tough side of being an NBA coach
When Jim O'Brien, coach of the Boston Celtics, resigned on Tuesday, it was just another typical day in the NBA. That makes two coaching changes this week... Did I mention it was only Tuesday?
The Atlantic Division's contenders... If you can call them that
Through 40-plus games this season, the first place team in the NBA's Atlantic Division is one game over .500. However, the division's playoff contenders -- the New Jersey Nets, Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks -- are finally starting to take shape.
Vin Baker's last stand
It's do or die for Vin Baker this year, as the Celtics fans give him one last chance to take care of business. Here's a look at how the addition of Baker could not have been worse, and how alcoholism played a part in his downfall.
A familiar face comes home
In a press conference Saturday before game 3 of their playoff series with the New Jersey Nets, the Boston Celtics announced they had hired Danny Ainge as Executive Director of Basketball Operations.
The art of four-peating
Four championships in a row, it is the bridge between the superb teams and the truly legendary teams. The Lakers have a chance to be the first major-sports team since 1983 to turn the trick, and to continue to chase the dynasty of dynasties: Bill Russell's Boston Celtics of the 1960s.
O'Brien challenges the Celtics
The Boston Celtics have eighteen games left in the regular season, and the team will not be happy unless they grab, at worst, the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Currently, the Celtics have the fifth-best record in the East, but things could easily change. Here's the story.
Baker trade should cook Wallace
He's slower than rush hour traffic on the Massachusetts turnpike, hated more than Bucky Dent and Roger Clemens combined, and he has screwed the Boston Celtics more than Len Bias could ever have dreamed of. The man's name is Chris Wallace, and he is the general manager of the Boston Celtics.
A Celtic on the court, in the booth
Sports broadcasters are the voices of our youth and our adult lives. They have been there through the good and the bad, helped us understand sports, and, sometimes, their comments have stuck with us for life. The one who appeals the most to this author is Celtics' commentator, Tommy Heinsohn. Here's why.
Comeback
Here is a look at the Boston Celtic's Paul Pierce. From Inglewood to Boston, he's been on an amazing journey to get where he is in his life and in his basketball career.
General: Boston sports are back, and better than ever
From the Patriots to the Celtics, the Boston sport scene is at an all time high.
Winners in my book
The Boston Celtics may have may have been beaten by the New Jersey Nets in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, but the Celtics had a great season, surprised many people, and brought "Celtic Pride" back to the city of Boston. They may have lost, but they are winners in my book.
Celtics prove fourth quarter charm again
The Celtics, in particular Paul Pierce, show that the fourth quarter is their best quarter, but will the Nets respond in the rest of this series
Don't count out the East
It seems the trendy thing to do is to dismiss the chances at a title from the Eastern Conference teams. Well, that's a mistake? What if the Nets or the Celtics can give the Western powers a run for their money?
Lakers vs. Celtics in Finals?
Magic Johnson and Larry Bird once carried it. Kevin McHale and James Worthy once carried it. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton once carried it. Could it be time for Paul Pierce and Kobe Bryant to carry it? "It" being the torch of the famed Lakers vs. Celtics rivalry?
Celtics vs. 76ers -- Ready to battle again
A history of the playoff rivalry between these two storied NBA franchises.
Beantown's lucky charms
Days before the NBA trading deadline, the Celtics made a surprising trade. Now, just a few weeks later, the fans of Boston are beginning to realize who they got in the trade -- two "lucky charms" who could fit perfectly into the Celtic playoff picture. Here's the story.
Celtics-Lakers Rivalry is on the rise again
The Celtics and the Lakers renewed a rivalry on Tuesday night and this latest chapter is getting interesting.
Dynamic duo leads resurgent Celtics
The one-two punch of Antoine Walker and Paul Pierce have lifted the surprising Boston Celtics to the third best record in the NBA's Eastern Conference.
Beantown's dynamic duo
Paul Pierce and Antoine Walker are leading the Celtics to the top of the Eastern Conference. Which player is more vital to the team's success?
Not just a regular Joe
The Boston Celtics chose Arkansas forward Joe Johnson with the 10th pick in the 2001 NBA Draft this year, with visions of Johnson becoming that third scorer the Celtics desperately needed. Well, that vision has become a reality. Johnson is proving that he is not just another regular "Joe".
Preview -- Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics could finally be in the the playoffs for the first time in years.
Operation postseason
For the Boston Celtics, the 2001-2002 NBA season will be a test to see if they can continue improving as a team. Last season, they just missed making the playoffs. This year they have their sights set on the postseason. Here's why.
What ever happened to fairness?
When a player walks out on a team it's tough to forgive him. So why didn't the media hold Rick Pitino to the same standards when he walked out on the Boston Celtics?
NBA: Rebirth in Boston
It's been almost a month since Rick Pitino disappeared from town, and since that day in January, the Boston Celtics that he tried to coach during the past three and half seasons have suddenly appeared.
NBA: Pitino Is No Leader
Rick Pitino leaving the Celtics is a microcosm of why the Celtics are struggling: poor leadership. It would take a "legend" to clean up the mess in Beantown.
NBA: Celtics Duo Shines Despite Bad Times In Boston
Playing for one of the most storied franchises in sports history is a treat, except when you're losing. This season, Antoine Walker and Paul Pierce are doing their part to try and revive this once proud organization.
NBA: Celtics’ Pierce Is This NBA Season's Miracle Man
A dozen stab wounds and a punctured lung couldn’t keep Celtics forward Paul Pierce from leading his team to opening day victory agains the Pistons. That’s why he is destined to be known as this season’s NBA miracle man.
Celtics’ Pierce is this NBA season’s miracle man
A dozen stab wounds and a punctured lung couldn’t keep Celtics forward Paul Pierce from leading his team to opening day victory agains the Pistons. That’s why he is destined to be known as this season’s NBA miracle man.
For the Business of the Game
Every year, in every city since the turn of the century, personnel deals are made that break the hearts of adoring fans. In Boston, when Dan Duquette became G.M., the cycle continued...
NBA: The Honeymoon Is Over
Rick Pitino was the epitome of success and championships while leading the University of Kentucky as head coach....then he left Lexington to become Boston Celtics coach. What the heck happened?!
Danny Ainge hopes the Celtics miss the playoffs so the team can get a higher draft pick. Fair enough, but by saying so publicly, has he provided the fuel for the Celtics' playoff run? Here's a look at the situation.
The tough side of being an NBA coach
When Jim O'Brien, coach of the Boston Celtics, resigned on Tuesday, it was just another typical day in the NBA. That makes two coaching changes this week... Did I mention it was only Tuesday?
The Atlantic Division's contenders... If you can call them that
Through 40-plus games this season, the first place team in the NBA's Atlantic Division is one game over .500. However, the division's playoff contenders -- the New Jersey Nets, Boston Celtics, Philadelphia 76ers and the New York Knicks -- are finally starting to take shape.
Vin Baker's last stand
It's do or die for Vin Baker this year, as the Celtics fans give him one last chance to take care of business. Here's a look at how the addition of Baker could not have been worse, and how alcoholism played a part in his downfall.
A familiar face comes home
In a press conference Saturday before game 3 of their playoff series with the New Jersey Nets, the Boston Celtics announced they had hired Danny Ainge as Executive Director of Basketball Operations.
The art of four-peating
Four championships in a row, it is the bridge between the superb teams and the truly legendary teams. The Lakers have a chance to be the first major-sports team since 1983 to turn the trick, and to continue to chase the dynasty of dynasties: Bill Russell's Boston Celtics of the 1960s.
O'Brien challenges the Celtics
The Boston Celtics have eighteen games left in the regular season, and the team will not be happy unless they grab, at worst, the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Currently, the Celtics have the fifth-best record in the East, but things could easily change. Here's the story.
Baker trade should cook Wallace
He's slower than rush hour traffic on the Massachusetts turnpike, hated more than Bucky Dent and Roger Clemens combined, and he has screwed the Boston Celtics more than Len Bias could ever have dreamed of. The man's name is Chris Wallace, and he is the general manager of the Boston Celtics.
A Celtic on the court, in the booth
Sports broadcasters are the voices of our youth and our adult lives. They have been there through the good and the bad, helped us understand sports, and, sometimes, their comments have stuck with us for life. The one who appeals the most to this author is Celtics' commentator, Tommy Heinsohn. Here's why.
Comeback
Here is a look at the Boston Celtic's Paul Pierce. From Inglewood to Boston, he's been on an amazing journey to get where he is in his life and in his basketball career.
General: Boston sports are back, and better than ever
From the Patriots to the Celtics, the Boston sport scene is at an all time high.
Winners in my book
The Boston Celtics may have may have been beaten by the New Jersey Nets in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, but the Celtics had a great season, surprised many people, and brought "Celtic Pride" back to the city of Boston. They may have lost, but they are winners in my book.
Celtics prove fourth quarter charm again
The Celtics, in particular Paul Pierce, show that the fourth quarter is their best quarter, but will the Nets respond in the rest of this series
Don't count out the East
It seems the trendy thing to do is to dismiss the chances at a title from the Eastern Conference teams. Well, that's a mistake? What if the Nets or the Celtics can give the Western powers a run for their money?
Lakers vs. Celtics in Finals?
Magic Johnson and Larry Bird once carried it. Kevin McHale and James Worthy once carried it. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton once carried it. Could it be time for Paul Pierce and Kobe Bryant to carry it? "It" being the torch of the famed Lakers vs. Celtics rivalry?
Celtics vs. 76ers -- Ready to battle again
A history of the playoff rivalry between these two storied NBA franchises.
Beantown's lucky charms
Days before the NBA trading deadline, the Celtics made a surprising trade. Now, just a few weeks later, the fans of Boston are beginning to realize who they got in the trade -- two "lucky charms" who could fit perfectly into the Celtic playoff picture. Here's the story.
Celtics-Lakers Rivalry is on the rise again
The Celtics and the Lakers renewed a rivalry on Tuesday night and this latest chapter is getting interesting.
Dynamic duo leads resurgent Celtics
The one-two punch of Antoine Walker and Paul Pierce have lifted the surprising Boston Celtics to the third best record in the NBA's Eastern Conference.
Beantown's dynamic duo
Paul Pierce and Antoine Walker are leading the Celtics to the top of the Eastern Conference. Which player is more vital to the team's success?
Not just a regular Joe
The Boston Celtics chose Arkansas forward Joe Johnson with the 10th pick in the 2001 NBA Draft this year, with visions of Johnson becoming that third scorer the Celtics desperately needed. Well, that vision has become a reality. Johnson is proving that he is not just another regular "Joe".
Preview -- Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics could finally be in the the playoffs for the first time in years.
Operation postseason
For the Boston Celtics, the 2001-2002 NBA season will be a test to see if they can continue improving as a team. Last season, they just missed making the playoffs. This year they have their sights set on the postseason. Here's why.
What ever happened to fairness?
When a player walks out on a team it's tough to forgive him. So why didn't the media hold Rick Pitino to the same standards when he walked out on the Boston Celtics?
NBA: Rebirth in Boston
It's been almost a month since Rick Pitino disappeared from town, and since that day in January, the Boston Celtics that he tried to coach during the past three and half seasons have suddenly appeared.
NBA: Pitino Is No Leader
Rick Pitino leaving the Celtics is a microcosm of why the Celtics are struggling: poor leadership. It would take a "legend" to clean up the mess in Beantown.
NBA: Celtics Duo Shines Despite Bad Times In Boston
Playing for one of the most storied franchises in sports history is a treat, except when you're losing. This season, Antoine Walker and Paul Pierce are doing their part to try and revive this once proud organization.
NBA: Celtics’ Pierce Is This NBA Season's Miracle Man
A dozen stab wounds and a punctured lung couldn’t keep Celtics forward Paul Pierce from leading his team to opening day victory agains the Pistons. That’s why he is destined to be known as this season’s NBA miracle man.
Celtics’ Pierce is this NBA season’s miracle man
A dozen stab wounds and a punctured lung couldn’t keep Celtics forward Paul Pierce from leading his team to opening day victory agains the Pistons. That’s why he is destined to be known as this season’s NBA miracle man.
For the Business of the Game
Every year, in every city since the turn of the century, personnel deals are made that break the hearts of adoring fans. In Boston, when Dan Duquette became G.M., the cycle continued...
NBA: The Honeymoon Is Over
Rick Pitino was the epitome of success and championships while leading the University of Kentucky as head coach....then he left Lexington to become Boston Celtics coach. What the heck happened?!