At the moment, the Celtics feel like a significant other who knows they might be dumped and is buying flowers and chocolates last-minute to avoid a messy breakup.
Sometimes, though, those flowers and chocolates actually facilitate growth and help the couple realize it was meant to last all along. During this recent stretch, it’s difficult to figure out if the Celtics’ success is a sign of things to come or simply a major tease.
It’s up to each individual to determine whether or not they think they could emerge as legitimate contenders, but here’s a closer look to help fans make an informed decision.