No matter which conference they play in, the Boston Celtics' ability to nab a playoff berth when no one expected them to challenge for one ranks as one of last season's most pleasant surprises. After dealing top (or at least most famous) players Rajon Rondo and Jeff Green before the middle of January, the Celtics and wunderkind coach Brad Stevens rebranded themselves as a high-energy outfit in which every rotation player was essential to the overall structure. Deadline deals for several guys, including a bargain price for point guard and scoring dynamo Isaiah Thomas, lifted the Celtics above an admittedly unimpressive group of contenders to 40 wins and the No.
BDL's 2015-16 NBA Season Previews: Boston Celtics (Ball Don't Lie)
