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With Boston seemingly having sorted out their lack of frontcourt depth while Robert Williams III and Danilo Gallinari heal up, does it make sense to burn the sort of assets he will likely command for the Celtics to get the deal done?

The legendary Celtics broadcaster was honored by Boston on his retirement on this date in 1990.

What we have seen from the Boston Celtics is a rock-solid contender that not only built on what they did to end last season, but have truly come into their own with a historic offense as well.

After Jordan Poole caught fire from long distance for seven triples in a win against the Bulls, NBA Twitter exploded with reactions on Friday night.

The Stephen Curry Effect remained deeper than just the guard’s shooting ability, and the Bulls were again reminded of that in the Friday loss. The other story of the night, however? Coach Billy Donovan shakes up the starting lineup to try and find something that will be sustainable.

SAN FRANCISCO — Jordan Poole had the ball in his hand and his heel on the logo as the shot clock wound down late in the third quarter Friday night. Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu basically dared him to take the shot.

LeBron James proves to be equal opportunity when it comes to sharing the wealth with gifts. #GoBucks

SAN DIEGO — If you want to understand the difference in length, speed and athleticism between Division I and III college basketball, ask John Higgins.

Jalen Green scored a team-high 30 points and helped the #Rockets overcome a 16-point deficit in the second half, leading to a stunning road win over Devin Booker and the Suns.

MEMPHIS — Joel Embiid appeared to have a free look at the basket for a last-minute dunk before Jaren Jackson Jr. flew in from behind to stick the block on the 76ers’ MVP contender.

NEW YORK — Make it four in a row and seven of their last nine.