By: Jess Lander, YawkeyTalkies Editor
Boston went into the 2010 playoffs with little hope. Both the Bruins and the Celtics entered the first round off of pretty disappointing seasons. The Celtics were burnt out, the Bruins couldn’t seem to score or defend. All eyes started to focus on the Red Sox, as our only hope for 2010.
But then things changed.
The Red Sox had their worst start since before anyone alive could remember. Our three aces that were supposed to be the best starting rotation in the MLB failed us. Our newly molded run prevention defense couldn’t even stop the Orioles. And our offense…well, what offense?
Then, the Bruins and the Celtics, made it past the first round. The eyebrows of Boston raised, but only slightly.
Ahead, the Celtics faced the challenge of playing the best player in the NBA, and a team that was on the shortlist for possible 2010 Champions. Miami and Dwayne Wade was one thing, but beating the Cavs and LeBron James seemed unlikely. The Bruins on the other hand, got a luckier draw. The Philadelphia Flyers were doable, but then the Bruins made them look like the turkey post-Thanksgiving dinner. Taking a quick 3-0 lead, the path to the [...]

By: Dan Massar, YawkeyTalkies Correspondent
It’s not just a sub-par VH1 show anymore.  The Celtics had just about the best opening week an NBA team can have.
Boston sits at 3-0 after wins over the Cavs, Bobcats and Bulls.  There are several reasons why this week was a perfect way to start the season for the men in green.  But here is the top 3.
1. A win over Cleveland will make your week at any point of the season.  The Cavs were the East’s top seed last year and had the best record in the league.  The addition of Shaquille O’Neal made headlines and was made to better hang with the big men of the other championship contenders  Throw in the fact the Celts hadn’t won in Cleveland since 2004 and this was a great win.  There’s nothing better then making a statement to the rest of the league with your opening night victory.
2. Defense wins championships and the Celtics are shutting teams down right now.  They held the Cavs to 89 points and the Bulls to 90.  The Bobcats couldn’t even get to the 60’s, they scored 59 in the Celtics home opening 33-point win.  With Kevin Garnett back [...]