2008-2009 Boston Celtics Season in Review
A Historic Season for the Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics had a remarkable season in 2008-2009, finishing with a record of 62 wins and 20 losses. This was the team's best record since the 1985-1986 season, and it earned them the top seed in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics also won the Atlantic Division for the first time since 2007-2008.
Key Players
The Celtics were led by a core of All-Stars, including Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, and Kevin Garnett. Pierce averaged 20.5 points per game, while Allen averaged 17.4 points per game and Garnett averaged 15.8 points per game. The team also got solid contributions from Rajon Rondo, who averaged 11.9 points and 8.2 assists per game, and Kendrick Perkins, who averaged 10.1 points and 8.6 rebounds per game.
Regular Season Success
The Celtics had a strong regular season, finishing with a 62-20 record. They were one of the most dominant teams in the league, leading the NBA in points per game and points allowed per game. The Celtics also won a franchise-record 32 consecutive games at one point during the season.
Playoff Disappointment
Despite their success in the regular season, the Celtics were eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the Orlando Magic. The Celtics lost the series in six games, with the Magic winning the deciding game in Boston. The Celtics were unable to overcome the Magic's size and athleticism, and they were also hurt by injuries to Pierce and Garnett.
Overall Assessment
The 2008-2009 season was a successful one for the Boston Celtics. The team won a lot of games, earned the top seed in the Eastern Conference, and won the Atlantic Division. However, the Celtics were disappointed with their playoff performance, and they will be looking to make a deeper run in the playoffs next season.
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