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The Boston Celtics can still win this series, but will they?

6 days ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The Boston Celtics are down two gut-punches to none in this second round series against the New York Knicks. In both games they led by 20 points and both times they couldn’t execute down the stretch. They aren’t done, this is a 7 game series. But they have reduced their margin of error significantly. On the optimistic side, I still feel in my heart of hearts that the Celtics are the better team.
Celtics - Knicks series predictions from CelticsBlog staff

1 week ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Elsa/Getty Images Staff predictions for the 2nd round series against the New York Knicks. Jeff ClarkThe Knicks have some great players and they absolutely have the talent to steal a game or two from the Celtics in this series - in particular if there’s shooting variance in any particular game. However, I’m going to call this shot now. Celtics will get the sweep.
Celtics fans would prefer to play the Knicks

1 week ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Boston Celtics fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Celtics took care of business in 5 games but we are waiting for the result of the Knicks - Pistons series to see who our opponent will be.
Scattered thoughts from the Orlando Magic series

1 week ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images Well, that was fun, wasn’t it? Note: It wasn’t very fun and our players got beat up way too much for a first round matchup. However, the Celtics got the job done and advanced to the next round. Before we put Disney World in the rear view, here are a few scattered thoughts from the series. The Orlando Magic provided an excellent early test for this group. I respect them for playing hard and not backing down from the challenge.
Would you rather play the Knicks or Pistons in round 2?

2 weeks ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Boston Celtics fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. After a grueling 5 game series with the Magic (not kidding, they left our team literally bruised and bloodied), the Celtics get a needed couple of days off between rounds. Meanwhile the Pistons hung on to win tonight, forcing a game 6 in their series with the Knicks.
These Boston Celtics are extremely likable

2 weeks ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images In an era of hot takes and drama based eyeball bait, I find it refreshing to appreciate the simple, pleasant things in sports. Often times we “cheer for laundry” (copyright Bill Simmons) and we don’t get to pick the individuals who put on the jersey. Sometimes that requires you to talk yourself into seeing the good in anyone (which is admirable to a point).
Favorite Storyline of the Boston Celtics season (Staff Roundtable)

1 month ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Question for the staff: What has been your favorite storyline this season? Nate MoskowitzThere’s a lot that comes to mind, but I really appreciate how the team has handled this title defense season so far. Mazzulla started the season with an all-timer, “People are gonna say the target is on our back, but I hope it’s right on our forehead in between our eyes.
Most Improved Boston Celtics player (Staff Roundtable)

1 month ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images Question for the staff: Who would you consider the Most Improved on the Celtics roster this season? Nate MoskowitzWhile he’s not going to win any awards for it, I’d consider Kornet the Celtics most improved player this season. Pritchard’s numbers have jumped up, and he’s having an amazing year but his performance doesn’t feel as shocking. He is who he’s always been in a lot of ways, but in a larger role.
Biggest Disappointment of Boston Celtics season (Staff Roundtable)

1 month ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Question for the staff: Who would you consider the Biggest Disappointment on the Celtics roster this season? (Note: if you hate this question, blame me - Jeff Clark - for it. Just trying to stay balanced and look at all perspectives.)Nate MoskowitzThe disappearance of Xavier Tillman is probably the biggest disappointment this year. Prior to Kornet establishing himself, I thought Tillman had a great chance to fill that role.
Normalize celebrating Jayson Tatum: a corny dad who supports women and plays the right way

2 months ago | celticsblog.com | Jeff Clark

Photo by Elsa/Getty Images According to the interwebs, Jayson Tatum is the corniest player in the NBA. He can’t be the face of the league because he doesn't have the “aura” that other great players have. He doesn’t have that “it” factor that makes kids spam the All-Star ballot for. He’s mid. He doesn’t have rizz. He lacks main character energy. He’s just not that guy. Allow me to a moment to stand on a hill and say this with my full chest. GOOD!!! So much has been made about what he isn’t.