by Digger

Boston is a city rich with magical sports memories and legendary teams. Some of yesteryears biggest names include NHL's Bobby Orr, Phil Esposito, Terry O'Reilly... and MLB's Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, David Ortiz and NBA's Larry Bird, Bill Russell and Red Auerbach.

The Boston Celtics (17-2) are one of sports most storied franchises. The Boston Garden rafters used to shake when fan favorites nailed clutch shot after clutch shot. Those days had long since faded. New coaches, underperforming players, no more "Garden". Recent seasons had disappointed life long devoted fans longing for a return to their teams glory days.

The wait is over. The newest chapter to this proud organization is in progress and everyone is noticing. Boston is currently undefeated at home (TD Banknorth Garden) and sporting the leagues best record.

The 2007-08 Boston Celtics have fans wondering if this team is for real. All indicators point to YES. Head Coach Doc Rivers has all the ingredients to lead this crew to winning campaigns for years to come. The new big three - Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen have all gelled excellently while dazzling fans and foes. It's the trio's first season playing together and one quickly notices resembling features between them and other Championship calibur big 3 units.

Everyone has been chipping in. Rivers has made all the right moves. His reserve players have played major roles and provided big sparks in close games. Team defense has played a big role as opponents struggle vs Boston's league best low 87.7 points/game average.

Many games remain in a still young season and Boston Celtics fans have good reason for optimism once again. They've quickly established themselves as early season legitimate contenders. Only one thing left for Doc's Celtics.... prove it vs upper echelon opponents.