boston.com - 9/30/2008
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In the BOSTON GLOBE, Marc J. Spears writes "the Celtics won an NBA-best 66 games last season before eventually beating the rival Lakers in the Finals. With newcomers Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen meshing with longtime Celtic Paul Pierce, and coach Doc Rivers leading the way, NBA commissioner David Stern believes Boston displayed what a team truly is. "Doc and the team gave the nation a real demonstration of team play," Stern said. "I think that's what we take away from the season, an extraordinary array ...
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First Cup: Training Camp Tuesday
ESPN.com - TrueHoop —
... Marc J. Spears of The Boston Globe: "David Stern witnessed the Celtics win an NBA championship during his first year as the league's commissioner in 1984, as well as two years later. While green as a commissioner back then, Stern loved rubbing elbows and learning from Red Auerbach while the Celtics patriarch's team celebrated its titles. After a 22-year hiatus, Stern is looking forward to passing out championship rings to the Celtics before their season opener against the Cavaliers Oct. 28. His one regret, however, is that the late Auerbach won't be ...
Boston Celtics Links - 9/30/08
CelticsBlog —
... - Over the last several years I've been fortunate to watch my favorite teams win their share of titles. In the process I've enjoyed the journey, the clinching moment, and the other major events that mark a championship. At the same time, I've come to appreciate the smaller moments as well. For example, kind words from the commissioner and the ring ceremony. ...
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Ariza May Start At Small Forward For Lakers —
NBA.com: News 9/30/2008
In the PRESS ENTERPRISE, Jeff Eisenberg writes "A role player for the Lakers a year ago after coming over from Orlando in a trade, Trevor Ariza showcased ball-hawking defense and an ability to score in transition in limited playing time before ...
No scrimmages for Celtics C Perkins (AP) —
Yahoo! Sports - NBA News 9/30/2008
Boston Celtics center Kendrick Perkins will be kept out of scrimmages during training camp because of offseason surgery on his left shoulder. Celtics coach Doc Rivers said Tuesday that Perkins is allowed to run the floor "as long as no one else is ...
