WALTHAM, Mass. -- Embracing the "next game on the schedule" mantra of their cool-as-a-cucumber coach, the Boston Celtics tried hard Thursday to suggest that Friday's visit from the undefeated Golden State Warriors is just another game. Yup, just as important as a trip to Charlotte that looms soon after.
They're not wrong, but they are fibbing a bit. There's a palpable buzz with the Warriors and their 23-0 record in town. A quick glance at ticket reseller StubHub.com revealed that tickets to Friday's game ranged from $160 to sit near the top of the balcony to $9,000 for a spot behind the Boston bench.