Wednesday night the Celtics seemed to finally put an entire game together that included both ends of the court, albeit the effort came against the struggling Sacramento Kings. Despite the opponent, Boston looked like they were trending in a more positive direction than the last couple of games of uninspired performances.
That win, combined with two consecutive losses by the anointed Miami heat, has allowed the Boston Celtics to reclaim the top position in the Eastern Conference. Collectively the Celtics combined to produce eight players in double digits in their impressive victory, which is practically an offensive anomaly in today's NBA. It was an incredible display that even Doc Rivers could not resist complimenting.
Things are certainly looking up for the C's as Kevin Garnett seems sure to return Friday night versus the Bobcats.t. In the seven games since he succumbed to an unfortunate calf strain, the Celtics are a severely average 4-3. Staying with the positive energy vibe, reports seem to indicate that Delonte West and Kendric Perkins are close to a comeback as both have returned to some form of practice this week.
With the meat of the schedule approaching it will be imperative that the Celtics prepare for a run with a healthy squad. If the Celtics are able to maintain any semblance of the roster which Danny Ainge envisioned at the beginning of the season, Celtics fan should prepare themselves for another deep run into the post season.
There is not another team in the league that can boast the amount of talent that Boston will possess on their roster from one to twelve. The development of Nate Robinson, Marquis Daniels, Glen Davis and other role players will prove an irreplaceable asset as the season progresses.
Therefore, as the All Star break quickly approaches next month, Celtics fans have much to be appreciative of and also have much to look forward to. As we witnessed last season, Doc Rivers is the perfect captain to steer this voyage to the potential promised land. Once all of these lingering injuries have finally healed, he will have a roster at his disposal geared for success.
And, as well have become accustomed to over the last few years, success in Boston will only be measured by championships. Plus, on a more personal note, we can't allow Phil Jackson to peacefully retire into the sunset as the all-time winningest coach in NBA history. We all know that that distinguished honor should be associated with the late, great Red Auerbach.
So have patience. This team was constructed upon the sole principle of winning a championship and that goal is most definitely within reach. Consequently, let's keep this aspiration in mind as these next few weeks unfold. Bumps in the road may present themselves as the Celtics keep the bigger picture in sight at the sake of a few possible losses along the way. Let's trust the powers in place leading this team and ride them all the way to the Finals, because that's where the Celtics belong this season and anything less would be a harsh, bitter disappointment.
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