Boston Celtics

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - DECEMBER 21: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden on December 21, 2018 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)

Is it time to lower expectations for the Boston Celtics?

Aron Baynes’ injury means opportunity for Robert Williams

NBA Schedule for Christmas Day 2018

Anthony Davis isn’t worth the cost for Celtics

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CANTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 24: From left, Jayson Tatum #0, Jaylen Brown #7, Kyrie Irving #11 and Gordon Hayward #20 talk together during a photoshoot on Boston Celtics Media Day on September 24, 2018 in Canton, 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)

The Whiteboard: The Boston Celtics’ pick stash is losing its value

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 10: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics runs onto court before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on December 10, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Does Kevin Durant see some of himself in Jayson Tatum?

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 1: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics speaks with the media and celebrates a win with his teammates after the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on December 1, 2018 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Boston Celtics are ready to go on a run

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 21: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics pauses during a game against the New York Knicks at TD Garden on November 21, 2018 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)

Nylon Calculus: What’s driving the Celtics regression?

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The Markelle Fultz trade that actually makes sense

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 09: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics in action during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on November 9, 2018 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Does Terry Rozier need to start for another team?

DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 5: Gordon Hayward (20) of the Boston Celtics reacts as the Denver Nuggets pull away during the second half of the Nuggets' 115-107 win on Monday, November 5, 2018. Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets had a game and career high 48 points. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

The bench might be where Gordon Hayward belongs right now

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 1: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the second half against the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden on November 1, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Marcus Smart wants the Celtics to admit they’re no longer the favorites

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - NOVEMBER 07: Jae Crowder #99 of the Utah Jazz celebrates their last basket in the 117-102 win by the Jazz over the Dallas Mavericks in a NBA game at Vivint Smart Home Arena on November 7, 2018 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)

Jae Crowder says Celtics were wrong to trade him

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 22: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics looks on during a game against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden on October 22, 2018 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)

Terry Rozier is far more important to the Celtics than one might think

DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 5: Kyrie Irving (11) of the Boston Celtics reacts after turning the ball over on a steal by Monte Morris (11) of the Denver Nuggets during the second half of the Nuggets' 115-107 win on Monday, November 5, 2018. Jamal Murray (27) of the Denver Nuggets had a game and career high 48 points. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

Kyrie Irving is ready to get revenge on Jamal Murray

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers dribbles the ball while guarded by Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics during a game at TD Garden on October 16, 2018 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)

Nylon Calculus: Are Al Horford and Aron Baynes the NBA’s premier Embiid-stoppers?

CHAPEL HILL, NC - SEPTEMBER 28: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics signals a teammate against the Charlotte Hornets in the first quarter of a preseason game at Dean Smith Center on September 28, 2018 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. 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. The Hornets won 104-97. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

Kyrie Irving and the Boston Celtics are a match made in heaven

CANTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 24: Jayson Tatum #0 looks on during Boston Celtics Media Day on September 24, 2018 in Canton, 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)

Jayson Tatum poised for a big sophomore campaign with Celtics

CANTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 24: From left, Boston Celtics' Jayson Taytum, Jaylen Brown, Kyrie Irving, Gordon Hayward and Al Horford pose for a team photo on Boston Celtics media day in Canton, MA on Sep. 24, 2018. (Photo by Michael Swensen for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

NBA Season Preview 2018-19: 5 ways everything goes right for the Celtics

CANTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kyrie Irving #11 answers questions during a press conference on Boston Celtics Media Day on September 24, 2018 in Canton, 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)

Kyrie Irving gives Celtics fans tremendous news

Terry Rozier might be playing his way out of Boston

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The NBA rivalries that matter: Celtics vs. 76ers

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 13: Boston Celtics' Gordon Hayward smiles and waves following a photo shoot after meeting with the media at the team's practice facility in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston to give an update on his condition as he comes back from the left ankle/foot injury he suffered during last season's opening game in Cleveland on Sep. 13, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Gordon Hayward is ready for his second Celtics debut

CLEVELAND - MAY 21: Boston Celtics' Terry Rozier III works around the Cavaliers' George Hill during the first quarter. The Boston Celtics visit the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game Four of their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoff series at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on May 21, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Suns are really going after Terry Rozier

DALIAN, CHINA - AUGUST 12: Jayson Tatum of American Professional Nike Rising Star Team shoots the ball against Chinese Men's Basketball Stars Team during 2018 Yao Foundation Charity Game at Dalian Sports Center on August 12, 2018 in Dalian, Liaoning Province of China. (Photo by VCG)

Celtics’ Jayson Tatum thinks one-and-done rule should go away

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics and Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics share a handshake during the game against the Washington Wizards on December 25, 2017 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Whiteboard: The Boston Celtics backcourt will be the best in the East

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 25: Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics looks on in the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Six of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on May 25, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Jayson Tatum willing to come off Celtics bench, but he won’t have to

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 25: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Boston Celtics speaks to crowd during game against the Washington Wizards on December 25, 2017 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Watch Gordon Hayward dunking on fools again