People who think that Boston is now the favorite to win the East need a reality check. The Celtics have one of the best 3-man combos in the game, but they have no role players to back them up. And with 3-guys taking up $55m of salary, leaving $13m to pay for the rest of the team (before they go over the luxury-tax line), that isn't changing anytime soon. The last time I checked, teams didn't play with 3-guys per game.
Kalson, 2007-08-01 18:51:46

Bad move for Celtics. The team just mortgaged it's future on the idea that three 30-something all-stars, and not much else, can challenge for a title. Didn't we see that play out this year in Denver with AI and Carmello? Teams that win have chemistry, a defined style of play and role players. The Celtics have three all-star caliber players, and that's it.
Wade Tomlin, 2007-07-31 15:58:57

Well the Celtics better win in the next couple of years because all of their stars are at their peak and will be beginning their downslide
John, 2007-07-31 08:26:40

They will be as good or better than any team in the conference. Until it's substitution time, that will kill them. Injuries likely will play a part here too. Raps still the better team, much better depth and that will be huge in their drive this year!
tony, 2007-07-31 07:41:06