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Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. Allen returning to TD Garden was supposed to be the story line — if the Celtics had held up their end of the bargain and flourished with [...]

I’m shocked that a political nerd like George Stephanopoulos couldn’t recognize the greatest winner in the history of sports. Bill Russell: 11 championships Morgan Freeman: 1 Academy Award I can’t believe Freeman didn’t win an Oscar for playing Red in Shawshank Redemption. Now that’s criminal. [...]

Who or what deserves credit for the Celtics inspired play and 6-game winning streak? Is it Avery Bradley? Consistent bench play? Whatever the answer, we need to add Keyon Dooling to the list of reasons, reports Jess Camerato: “Keyon Dooling has actually helped, actually,” said Rondo. “He’s been in the locker room, amping guys up. [...]

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump. Many opposing point guards had an interesting take on that moment last season when Rondo, rested up, came back on the floor to replace his young backup. [...]

Who’s that – Kendrick Perkins or Michael Jordan to close out the ’98 Finals? (h/t Deadspin) [...]

KG and I, we go way back,” said McHale, who pulled the trigger on the multi-player deal that sent Garnett to Boston in 2007. “There will always be a special place in my heart for Kevin. We spent a ton of time together when he was a young guy. It was very nice.” Seeing McHale [...]

I’ve read quite a few submissions for Fan Friday over the past couple of years, but this week’s story really touched me. Timmy G. is a 27 year-old Boston Celtics fan from Chelmsford, Ma. He’s loved the Celtics all his life, and has been a season ticket holder for 5 years now:  I have been [...]

The Chief is selling his 1986 championship ring. The current high-bid is $18K. This size 13, 14k gold player’s ring weighs 39 grams. The top panel reads “BOSTON CELTICS WORLD CHAMPIONS” surrounding a green enameled shamrock logo and a diamond encrusted Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. Fifteen smaller round-cut diamonds make up the base and a [...]

Everyone here at Red’s Army would like to wish Larry Bird a happy 56th birthday. It’s nearly impossible to put what Larry’s done for the Boston Celtics and the game of basketball into words. Larry will always be remembered for his clutch shooting, hard-nosed work ethic and leading the Boston Celtics to NBA Championships in [...]

We often wonder what opposing teams, their beat reporters and bloggers are saying about the Celtics. Here’s a look at some enemy chatter from Milwaukee. Marquis Daniels Daniels played tough defense all night on Paul Pierce all game and gave the Bucks god versatility against the Pierce/Terry pick and roll late. He offers preciously little [...]