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Our Congratulations, Kudos and Hats Off to the Boston Celtics (and Kevin Garnett)
emptythebench.com - 6/18/2008
Our Congratulations, Kudos and Hats Off to the Boston Celtics (and Kevin Garnett)
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As confetti fell from the rafters and Queen blasted over the PA system the insipid Michelle Tafoya tried to interview the biggest little kid in the world. But the NBA’s most compelling psychology wasn’t exactly ready to put himself into words. The most conscientious and emotional athlete I have ever had the pleasure of following had finally proven to the world he wasn't a loser.

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EveryJoe » Sports Rumors:  Top 8 Reasons We’re Happy That the Boston Celtics Won the NBA Championship

LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog:  Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Daily Links 6/18

Epic Carnival:  THE AFTER PARTY

2 Comments
  • Ryne Nelson Ryne Nelson
    +5
    As far as nightly recaps go, this not only is the quickest (sans AP), but also the most touching. Wow.
    Posted 6/18/2008 respond (flag)
  • The Zoner The Zoner
    +4
    Agreed. Couldn't be happier for KG. At least a bit of Chicago was there in the finals this year with him and Doc.
    Posted 6/18/2008 respond (flag)
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Top 8 Reasons We’re Happy That the Boston Celtics Won the NBA Championship
EveryJoe » Sports Rumors — ... Here are eight reasons we’re happy about the win—apart from the joy of seeing series MVP Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen add “NBA Championship” to their amazing resumes, not to mention good ol’ coach Doc Rivers nabbing his first NBA title. ...

Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Daily Links 6/18
LOY's PLACE a celtics green blog — ... Boston to big win and a 17th title ProJo Coronation closes chapter on Celtics' fairy tale Ainge's perseverance restores Celtics to relevancy Garnett secures the title he so craved No doubt about it, Celtics roll to 17th title Quote board Chicago Sun Times Celtics Pride: A lesson for all of sports 2008 Scrap heap to top of the heap Empty the Bench Our congratulations, kudos, and hats off to the Boston Celtics NY ...

THE AFTER PARTY
Epic Carnival — Was Tiger faking? Retief thinks so. (The World of Isaac) Today's 10 Hottest Female Golfers. (All Balls) Kevin Garnett was popping crazy pills at the post-game. (Brahsome) Congratulations Celtics! (With Malice...) Congratulations, Kudos and Hats Off to the Boston Celtics. (Empty The Bench) Taking myself to task for the Celtics title. (SimonOnSports) Top 10 reasons Kobe is not MJ. (NESW Sports) Don't worry Kobe: Others have had their ass kicked on title night. (TMC) Phil Jackson's nap lack blamed for ...

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