Boston Celtics

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - APRIL 21: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Utah Jazz shoots the ball in the first half against the Los Angeles Clippers in Game Three of the Western Conference Quarterfinals during the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 21, 2017 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Gene Sweeney Jr/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Gordon Hayward is more important than Kyrie Irving

Boston Celtics: Assistant Scott Morrison is one element to the new-look C’s

Boston Celtics: After a long journey, Abdel Nader finally gets his NBA shot

The Celtics and Cavs trade was horrendous and nobody is holding Boston accountable

BOSTON, MA - MAY 19: Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Boston Celtics reacts in the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Two of the 2017 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 19, 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 Tim Bradbury/Getty Images)

NBA Trade Rumors: Isaiah Thomas’ health has blockbuster deal in limbo

OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Kyrie Irving #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers is defended by Patrick McCaw #0 of the Golden State Warriors during the first half in Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 12, 2017 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Breaking down the Kyrie Irving deal

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 23: Kyrie Irving #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives against Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter in the first round of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on April 23, 2015 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)

NBA: Kyrie Irving trade adds fuel to the Celtics-Cavs rivalry

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 16: Jimmy Butler #21 of the Chicago Bulls takes a shot against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at TD Garden on April 16, 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: Rebounding will still be an issue in 2017-18

BOSTON, MA - MAY 25: Avery Bradley

Boston Celtics: Trading Avery Bradley was a mistake

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 22: Jayson Tatum walks on stage with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted third overall by the Boston Celticsduring the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2017 in New York City. 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 Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Jayson Tatum will have the biggest impact amongst rookies

BOSTON, MA - MAY 10: Head Coach Brad Stevens talks to Jaylen Brown

Boston Celtics: Gordon Hayward creates lineup flexibility

BOSTON, MA - MAY 10: Head Coach Brad Stevens talks to Jaylen Brown

NBA: Breaking down the Avery Bradley trade between the Celtics and Pistons

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 23: Marcus Smart

Boston Celtics: Why Marcus Smart’s trade value is so tough to gauge

BOSTON, MA - MAY 10: Head Coach Brad Stevens talks to Jaylen Brown

The Boston Hoarders: Why the Celtics are having their assets handed to them this summer

May 21, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) defends Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half in game three of the Eastern conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: What’s next for Danny Ainge and the C’s?

May 4, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) shoots the basketball against Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the fourth quarter in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Jazz 115-104. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Free Agency: What’s best for Gordon Hayward is to stay in Utah

May 19, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens looks on during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game two of the Eastern conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics blew a big opportunity on NBA Draft night

Apr 26, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) shoots the ball over Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler (21) during the first half in game five of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Trade Rumors: Jimmy Butler will be traded to the Celtics or Cavs

Apr 23, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) points during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Cleveland defeats Indiana 106-102. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Trade Rumors: Paul George should be traded by draft night

Sep 25, 2015; Waltham, MA, USA; Boston Celtics GM Danny Ainge (left) and co-owner Wyc Grousbeck, during media day at the Boston Celtic Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: The genius behind Danny Ainge’s most recent trade

Sep 25, 2015; Waltham, MA, USA; Boston Celtics GM Danny Ainge (left) and co-owner Wyc Grousbeck, during media day at the Boston Celtic Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Boston Celtics: Did Danny Ainge make one move too many?

Apr 30, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) taps Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) during a timeout during the second quarter in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Wizards, Celtics would be foolish to extend Wall, Thomas to super max deals

Mar 5, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) works against Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 120-103. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

How will we remember the Celtics and the Spurs after the 2017 playoffs?

May 19, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (left), forward Kevin Love (center) and forward LeBron James (right) look on from the bench during the second half against the Boston Celtics in game two of the Eastern conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Cavaliers-Celtics Game 3 reaction and analysis

Apr 23, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cleveland Cavalier fans celebrate after winning against the Indiana Pacers in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Cleveland defeats Indiana 106-102. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Cavs-Celtics Game 2 reaction and analysis

May 15, 2017; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) drives to the basket past Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) during the second half in game seven of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

For the Boston Celtics, trading Isaiah Thomas is not the answer

Apr 23, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens (C) during the second half against the Chicago Bulls in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at United Center. Boston defeats Chicago 104-95. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Celtics should be patient, play the long game

Dec 29, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) and forward Kevin Love (0) during the second half at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 124-118. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Last time they met in the playoffs: Cavaliers vs. Celtics