Boston Celtics

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 13: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics looks on during a game against the Detroit Pistons at TD Garden on February 13, 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)

Gordon Hayward is the wild card for the Boston Celtics

Are the Boston Celtics really better without Kyrie Irving?

Boston Celtics: Win against 76ers a turning point for the season

Boston Celtics: Upcoming schedule to test group’s mettle

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 9: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics plays against the Los Angeles Clippers at TD Garden on February 9, 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: 5 problems facing the ‘team to beat’

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 10: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics drives against Anthony Davis #23 of the New Orleans Pelicans at TD Garden on December 10, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: No trade deadline moves clears path for potential Anthony Davis trade

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Is Jayson Tatum the future of the Boston Celtics or a trade chip?

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Boston Celtics feeling pressure ahead of 2019 NBA Trade Deadline

NEW YORK, NY FEBRUARY 1: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics defends his position during the game against the New York Knicks on February 1, 2019 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Is this Kyrie Irving’s best season yet?

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Boston Celtics: What to make of Kyrie Irving’s free agency remarks

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 21: (EDITORS NOTE: Multiple exposures were combined in camera to produce this image.) Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics looks on during a game against the Miami Heat at TD Garden on January 21, 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: 3 reasons to trade Terry Rozier before deadline

BOSTON - JANUARY 26: The Golden State Warriors celebrate their 115-111 win over the Boston Celtics as Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving (11) looks on. The Boston Celtics host the Golden State Warriors in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Jan. 26, 2019. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: A deeper look at the Kyrie Irving rumors

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Boston Celtics: Marcus Smart is the secret weapon to winning

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Boston Celtics: How Al Horford figures into beating league’s elites

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Boston Celtics: Does Robert Williams deserve more minutes?

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 21: (EDITORS NOTE: Multiple exposures were combined in camera to produce this image.) Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics looks on during a game against the Miami Heat at TD Garden on January 21, 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: 3 players most likely to be traded before deadline

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The Boston Celtics should be the Eastern Conference favorite again

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 14: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics warms up before the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 14, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of 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 Matteo Marchi/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Projecting Gordon Hayward’s second half of the season

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 02: The Boston Celtics bench celebrates during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 02, 2019 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Bench struggles holding the team back

MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 10: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics in action against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena on January 10, 2019 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: 3 trades team should make before deadline

BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 18: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Memphis Grizzlies on January 18, 2019 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Marcus Smart’s unprecedented rise to 3-point success

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Boston Celtics: The importance of Marcus Morris

MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 10: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics in action against the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena on January 10, 2019 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: 3 trade possibilities for Terry Rozier

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No, the Boston Celtics should not consider trading Kyrie Irving

MIAMI, FL - JANUARY 10: Brad Wanamaker #9 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Miami Heat on January 10, 2019 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Oscar Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: The case for Brad Wanamaker

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 02: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game 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: The dire need to trade Terry Rozier

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Boston Celtics: Kyrie Irving learning the burden of leadership

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Boston Celtics: The Marcus Smart effect