Boston Bar Spiked Hawks’ Drinks Before Game 7?

FanIQ Blog found this 5/12/2008 on www.sportsbybrooks.com [flag]

Marc J. Spears of the BOSTON GLOBE reports on a possible reason for Atlanta’s blowout loss to Boston in Game 7 of the first round of the NBA playoffs. (Someone might check Erin’s cup while they’re at it) Word is, Boston entertainment prince Patrick Lyons might have played a role in the Celtics’ blowout Game 7 win over the Hawks a week ago that vaulted them ... [link]

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