Despite coming within a game of advancing to the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics are approaching a potential crossroads this off-season with veterans Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen hitting the free agent market. The question facing the C’s front office is to re-sign their veterans or look towards the future.
Boston Celtics (39-27 last year)
2011-12 Season Summary:
All season long for the Celtics, it was a matter of getting through the shortened regular season, getting to the playoffs with a healthy roster, and having a chance to win another ring. That is exactly the position Boston put themselves in but they just didn’t have the depth to see that plan all the way through.
Their Big Three did what needed to be done before elevating their play in the postseason. Kevin Garnett proved that despite having a ton of miles on his legs, he still has plenty left in the tank thanks to that always dangerous mid-range jump shot and was especially impressive in the playoffs. Paul Pierce was typi...
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PLAYERS:
Kevin Garnett,
Ray Allen,
Paul Pierce,
Rajon Rondo,
Steve Nash,
Doc Rivers,
Chris Wilcox,
Brandon Bass,
Greg Stiemsma,
Ryan Hollins,
Avery Bradley,
Keyon Dooling,
Marquis Daniels,
Mickael Pietrus,
JaJuan Johnson,
Jeff Green
TEAMS: Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, Charlotte Bobcats, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, New Orleans Hornets, New York Knicks
TEAMS: Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, Charlotte Bobcats, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, New Orleans Hornets, New York Knicks
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