The two most memorable seasons that I can remember (in the last 20 years), have to be the 2004 Red Sox and 2008 Celtics. Going into each of those seasons, you had a strong feeling that the teams were on another level type of special. Each game felt like they were must watch, and it went to another level when the playoffs rolled around. Hopefully, I will never forget those feelings I had after seeing them win their respective titles. What made each even better for me, was the fact that my daughter was born in 2003 and my son in 2007. Obviously, they will never remember those seasons, but having them with me and sharing those experiences with them was truly special.
As for this upcoming Celtics season, my expectations are again sky high and I can’t wait for even the preseason to start. I’m really looking forward to watching each game, and hope to be able to talk about the games right here in the forums (although I’m not sure where that stands). This team seems special, however, I’m not sure if my expectations are as high as the two teams already mentioned, because of two reasons. For one, the injury history of Irving and Hayward. I understand Hayward suffered a freak injury, but that was 5 minutes into last season, and I don’t want my hopes to be crushed like that again. The other reason, has to be the juggernaut that are the Golden State Warriors. I do believe this Celtics team can beat the Warriors in the Finals, but these Celtics don’t feel like the clear favorites like those 2004 Red Sox and 2008 Celtics teams seemed to be at the time.
Story book ending: The Celtics end up with the best record in league history, and then beat the Warriors for the title. To make it even sweeter, Durant ask for a meeting with the Celtics as a free agent, and Danny tells him that they don’t need him.