Boston Celtics

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 30: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks is fouled by Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics at Fiserv Forum on April 30, 2019 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Bucks defeated the Celtics 123-102. 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)

Boston Celtics: Despite Game 2 shellacking, team still rising together

Boston Celtics: What to expect in Game 2

Boston Celtics: Never doubt the importance of Al Horford

Watch out NBA, the Boston Celtics we’ve been waiting for has arrived

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 21: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball against the Indiana Pacers in game four of the first round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on April 21, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Have the Boston Celtics ‘flipped the switch’?

Boston Celtics John Havlicek (Photo by Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: A tribute to John Havlicek

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 21: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Indiana Pacers in game four of the first round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on April 21, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Jaylen Brown entering very own ‘playoff’ mode

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 20: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives around Semi Ojeleye #37 of the Boston Celtics during the second half of game three of round one of the Eastern Conference playoffs at the Bradley Center on April 20, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Semi Ojeleye could play key role against Milwaukee Bucks

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 21: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts to a foul called against him during the game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on December 21, 2018 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 vs. Milwaukee Bucks: There will be no Fear of the Deer

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 19: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Indiana Pacers in game three of the first round of the 2019 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on April 19, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Kyrie Irving & company have kept their promise

Boston Celtics Gordon Hayward (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Gordon Hayward activates playoff mode, leads C’s to sweep

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

Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Jaylen Brown’s two-way game burying Pacers in playoffs

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 14: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics reacts after making a shot as time expires in ethics's third quarter during Game One of the first round of the 2019 NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on April 14, 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics prove to NBA that they can make the Finals

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 14: Domantas Sabonis #11 of the Indiana Pacers drives to the basket while guarded by Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics during Game One of the first round of the 2019 NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs at TD Garden on April 14, 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics honor Marcus Smart with defensive masterpiece

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, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 02: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at TD Garden on January 02, 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics lose Marcus Smart to start playoffs: 3 players who must step up

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 14: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics celebrates with Al Horford #42 and Gordon Hayward #20 during the second half of the game against the Sacramento Kings at TD Garden on March 14, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Kings 126-120. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: What to expect as the NBA playoffs roll around

Boston Celtics Gordon Hayward (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics lose magic touch: 3 takeaways from loss to Orlando

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 16: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics laughs before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden on March 16, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics set the pace in Indiana: 3 reasons fans are smiling

Boston Celtics star Kyrie Irving (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Brad Stevens can handle NBA superstars

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - APRIL 01: James Johnson #16 of the Miami Heat defends a shot from Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden on April 01, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Heat 110-105. 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: Gordon Hayward heating up at right time

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 29: Kyrie Irving #11 and Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics react on the bench during the game 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 heat it up in Miami: 3 observations of encouragement

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 29: Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics argues a call with official Tony Brown during the game 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: The value and hidden asset of Aron Baynes

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics celebrates during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Second Round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on May 9, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts.The Celtics defeat the 76ers 114-112 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Al Horford vital to team’s playoff success

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 16: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics looks on before the game against the Atlanta Hawks at TD Garden on March 16, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Al Horford is a triple-threat team MVP

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 29: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Cetlics 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: Paul Pierce offers recipe for Jayson Tatum stardom

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 29: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics smiles during a game 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: Why team is in prime position for deep playoff run