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 As we enter the post season I would like to thank Tom Lane for the opportunity to be a writer for his blog. The Celtics have always meant a lot to me. Ever since I was a kid. I was the out of place middle schooler still wearing my Celtics sweatpants and sweatshirt. My dad and I share a love for the game and this team, living in Western Ma we went to plenty of BBHOF events. Not to mention countless hours of watching the Celtics on VHS. Mom also made sure to lend her support and my closet was stocked with Green and White. Even an as adult she would find vintage things for me up until her passing. 

That's a small insight into me, with that said I Bleed Green. Even in the lean years I still rocked my gear. As we approach the playoffs I'm very optimistic about this group and coach. Those of you who have read me know it's been up and down in my writing during some of these games. Here are my thoughts, defense travels and we are stout, meaning I don't care where or who we play we can win. We switch like our heads are on fire. Individually we have great defenders starting with the Wolverine, RWill, and JT. As a team it's a well oiled machine that runs so smooth. 

On offense we have JT and JB who are straight studs. Our complimentary pieces are what the doctor ordered. We have bigs who play D, rebound and when needed score. A healthy RWill means success. We have knockdown shooters in PP and GWill. Guys like the Wolverine and DWhite aka the Badger who can drive and and knock down shots when needed. What's amazing about this group is they trust one another to take and make the right play. 

So heres how I see things playing out, whether it's the Raptors or Bulls in the first round we got this. Give me Miami, Philly or the Bucks in the second round or ECF and we got this. In all honesty we have shown we can beat everyone in the East. Whether we are healthy or not. Ideally I want to see us play the Bucks in the ECF and win. Beat the champ to become the champ. Bring on whoever the West offers up for the slaughter. Bleed Green Celtics fans! 




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