It’s been a long two plus weeks since the Boston Celtics last took the court in Miami for game seven of the Eastern Conference Finals. It was the fourth time in the Big Three Era that the Celtics season ended without a championship. However, when you think of the Big Three plan lasting 5 years with one championship title, another Eastern Conference championship, a game 7 loss in the ECF, a post season without KG, and another post season where Rajon Rondo injured his elbow, most will think of it as a success. Although seasons mostly ended in heartbreak, Celtics fans and players have a lot to be proud of.
Heading into the 2012-2013 the Big Three era is in question. Both Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen are free agents. It seems like KG maybe back in Boston, but the it doesn’t seem likely that Ray Allen will join him. Like they say, “All good things must come to an end.”
Below are some memorable moments since Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen joined Paul Pierce, a young PG, and Doc Rivers in Boston:
Where the Big Three came from:
2007-2008 season: NBA Champions
Big Three introduced to media
Paul Pierce versus Lebron James Game 7 Duel:
The “Ghost of Red” free throw by Pierce
Championship Review:
Celtics overcome 20+point deficit to take 3-1 lead in NBA finals:
Celtics win NBA Championship in 6 games versus Lakers
Kevin Garnett post championship clinching win: “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE”
The story behind banner #17
Championship parade in Boston after Banner #17
2008 Boston Celtics win ESPY for Best Team
2008-2009: Kevin Garnett is injured; lose to Orlando Magic in 2nd round
Boston Celtics receive their 2008 NBA Championship rings and Banner #17 in raised
Top 10 plays:
Look for part 2 later in the week!
