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It has been too long since the Boston Celtics have won an NBA title. It dates back to the time when Larry Bird, Kevin McHale, Robert Parish, Dennis Johnson and Danny Ainge still donned that green Celtic jersey. And it was still the 80’s. Now, most of these guys are NBA executives. The winningnest ball club in NBA history has not won a title in two decades. They don’t want that slump going for three.

Ainge has been criticized in the past few years for spending too much money on players not really worth it. He has been trading for non-competent players. But now, all that changed in one summer. There is definitely going on in the Celtic camp and they would want that trophy back in Boston this season.

After acquiring superstars Ray Allen from Seattle and Kevin Garnett from Minnesota, and key role ballers Eddie House and Scott Pollard, the Celtics have made another significant move for their championship bid. They just signed in a great defensive player with Championship experience in James Posey.

With Posey, they have legitimized that championship bid. Posey, who won an NBA title with Miami in 2006, is a key component in their defense. Plus, he can shoot that open three as well to further complement the talents of Paul Pierce, Allen and Garnett.

This is going to be an interesting season as the shift of power is slowly going to the East after the West has dominated for some time. I can’t wait to see Boston play. Ainge has brought in a lot of experience, and has guaranteed boost of ticket sales as well. (photo courtesy of yahoonba.com)