People may believe the Celtics weren't worthy of the number one seed in the Eastern Conference, or that some players are overpaid, but you can't say the team can't defend.
The Celtics ranked in the top half of the NBA in defensive rating, but still not one Celtic was named to the NBA All-Defense teams.
It's strange for a team that feels relentless on the defensive end with Jae Crowder, and Marcus Smart harassing ball handlers, and Al Horford anchoring the defense in the paint.
Then, Avery Bradley (who was on the All-Defense first-team last season) locked down guys like Kyrie Irving in crunch time.