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The 5 greatest Boston Celtics guards of all time

By Ryan Feyre

BOSTON - JUNE 08: Boston Celtics fans hold up a banner in Game Two of the 2008 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers on June 8, 2008 at TD Banknorth 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
BOSTON - JUNE 08: Boston Celtics fans hold up a banner in Game Two of the 2008 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers on June 8, 2008 at TD Banknorth 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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4. Ray Allen

One of the greatest three-point shooters of all time has to be on this list.  While he did average less points per game in Boston than he did with Milwaukee and Seattle, his presence was still felt. His dip in point totals was mostly as a result of being on team with Garnett and Pierce, rather than Ray Allen playing worse.

His free throw percentage in five seasons with the Celtics was a whopping 91 percent.  He showed up big in his one title win with Boston, shooting 51 percent from long range in that Finals against the Lakers.

What makes his career in Boston so impressive was the fact that he was able to maintain that high level of shooting, even 12 years into his legendary career. He also made three all stars with the team.

He’ll most likely be known for his big shot in Game 6 of the 2013-14 Finals against San Antonio while with Miami, but people shouldn’t forget his run with the C’s.  Without him, the Boston Celtics would have not made two finals.

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