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Danny Ainge traded Gary Payton for Antoine Walker and then a week later, got Payton back. How did he pull that off? No idea but it worked out well for the Boston Celtics who are the leaders of the Atlantic Division and are slated to play the Chicago Bulls in the playoffs if the season were to end today. Although the C's have lost three straight, they are playing their best basketball in two years and will be a major threat in the Eastern Conference.
Ever since the Celtics acquired 'Toine the whole team has played a lot better. In the first game that the C's played with 'Toine, rookie guard Delonte West shot the lights out and almost single-

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handedly led them to a victory. Since Antoine has returned to a green uniform, the Celtics have knocked off Phoenix, Detroit, Houston and the lowly New Orleans Hornets, among others. This three game skid is just an abirration, the Celtics will get back on their feet and get back to their winning ways.
The Celtics play at home on Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks and that should be a big test for the Green. On Friday, they play in Atlanta against Antoine's former team, the Hawks. The Celtics have a wonderful mix of veterans and young guys, this year's rookie class is great. Tony Allen, Delonte West, Al Jefferson and Justin Reed will be Celtic greats for years to come. This years Celtics team is very special and will be remembered by Boston fans forever.
-Written by Jesse

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