It has been over fifteen years since the last won an NBA championship — the second-longest drought in franchise history. Of course, this gap between titles has been far less brutal than the 22-year stretch between 1986 and 2008. During that span, the Cs have missed the playoffs just once, finishing with a record of 25-57 in 2013-14 in Brad Stevens’ inaugural season as head coach.
Despite the lack of championship success, Boston’s fans have had plenty to root for over the last decade and a half. However, it’s starting to get to a point where people are expecting more from the team.