The NBA’s prestigious individual awards this season didn’t include any Boston Celtics players or coaches, a fact that sparked discussion among their fan base on social media. However, Head Coach Joe Mazzulla seemed unfazed, emphasizing the team’s focus on their ultimate goal: clinching Banner No. 18 this season.
Mazzulla dismissed any concern about the lack of recognition, suggesting that dwelling on past achievements isn’t productive. Known for his witty responses, Mazzulla humorously addressed topics like Caleb Martin’s hard foul on Jayson Tatum in Game 1, expressing an unexpected excitement about the incident.
Despite boasting a storied history with the most NBA championships alongside the Los Angeles Lakers, the Celtics have faced criticism for their single title win in the past 38 years, secured in 2008 with the iconic trio of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen.
The Celtics came tantalizingly close to adding another championship in 2010 and 2022 but fell short on both occasions, losing to the Lakers in seven games in 2010 and the Golden State Warriors in six games in 2022.
In the current season, the Celtics dominated the regular season with a remarkable 64-18 record, granting them homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs. However, their quest for the elusive 18th championship faces a tough challenge from the resilient Miami Heat, albeit without Jimmy Butler. Currently leading 1-0 in their first-round playoff series, the Celtics remain focused on achieving their ultimate goal.
