Joe DeFerrari

Joined: Aug 15, 2017

Joe DeFerrari is a basketball fanatic who loves breaking down the game. While he is not a full-time basketball reporter (and lacks the depth of knowledge that comes along with it), he promises to give responsible, thoughtful analysis. He lives in Massachusetts. He once came in last place in a beauty pageant and sang in a drag show by accident. Follow his work for Quibbl and Chowder and Champions at https://twitter.com/deferrari_joe

OAKLAND, CA - FEBRUARY 06: Steven Adams #12 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after he was called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of their NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on February 6, 2018 in Oakland, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Why Steven Adams would be a mistake for C’s

Boston Celtics Al Horford and Aron Baynes

Boston Celtics: Reaction to Game 3 loss to Milwaukee Bucks

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 14: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden on December 14, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics Rumors: Gordon Hayward sparking interest from Cavaliers

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 23: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics drives past Robin Lopez #42 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on February 23, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Celtics 126-116. 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 Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Three Boston Celtics things: Horford’s impact and Smart’s absence

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 29: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics reacts after making a three-point shot against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on March 29, 2019 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 Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics edge Pacers: Takeaways from closing minutes

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 10: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics, Kyrie Irving #11 and Terry Rozier #12 cheer from the bench during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at TD Garden on December 10, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

What’s next for Boston Celtics if they fail in the playoffs

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 18: Terry Rozier

Boston Celtics Rumors: 3 potential Terry Rozier trades that work

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 25: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics looks on after being defeated by the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Six of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on May 25, 2018 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. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics suddenly have a shooter in Marcus Smart

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 6: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden on December 6, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Mavericks 97-90. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: With loss to Mavericks, it’s officially time to panic

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 28: Kevin Garnett

Top 5 Boston Celtics players of the 21st century

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Gordon Hayward of the Boston Celtics looks on before Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics finally see what they have in Gordon Hayward

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 17: Shane Larkin

Boston Celtics: 3 intriguing questions vs undefeated Milwaukee Bucks

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket past Robert Covington #33 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 9, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: 3 thoughts and concerns from win over 76ers

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 12: (EDITOR'S NOTE: SATURATION WAS REMOVED FROM THIS IMAGE) Robert Williams #44 of the Boston Celtics poses for a portrait during the 2018 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at MSG Training Center on August 12, 2018 in Tarrytown, New York. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: 3 regular season goals for Robert Williams in 2018-19

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 18: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden on October 18, 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: 5 thoughts, highlights from NBA GM Survey

(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Takeaways from preseason opener vs. Charlotte Hornets