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Chris Thompson

Trae Young prepares to inbound the ball, defended by Marcus Smart.

Finally, Some Crotch Abuse We Can All Feel Good About

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Samer Kalaf

Marcus Smart returns to the court after an injury in Game 3

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The Celtics Should Try Three Dramatic Player Returns Next Time

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Patrick Redford

MIAMI, FLORIDA - MAY 19: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics reacts after a three point basket during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at FTX Arena on May 19, 2022 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics v Miami Heat – Game Two

Marcus Smart Makes The Celtics Who They Are

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Albert Burneko

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The Celtics Are Crappy And Unhappy

Boston Celtics general manager Danny Ainge, in happier times.

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Danny Ainge Puts A Foot In His Big Fat Mouth

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 29: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicansat TD Garden on March 29, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Pelicans defeat the Celtics 115-109. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

New Orleans Pelicans v Boston Celtics

Marcus Smart Overthought His Way Into An Avant-Garde Lowlight

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Maitreyi Anantharaman

Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat handles the ball as Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics defends during the third quarter in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2020 NBA Playoffs at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on September 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Miami Heat v Boston Celtics – Game Two

An Aural History Of The Celtics Postgame Locker Room

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