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LeBron James is facing a familiar foe in the playoffs

by TOM WITHERS Associated Press May 16, 2017May 16, 2017

He will be facing the Celtics for the sixth time in the playoffs with mixed results.

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press May 16, 2017May 17, 2017

Boston lost three of its four games against Cleveland this season, winning only when the Cavaliers weren’t healthy.

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press May 15, 2017May 15, 2017

With 29 points from Isaiah Thomas and 26 from Kelly Olynyk, Boston prevails in a hard-fought series and moves on to the Eastern Conference finals.

by Associated Press May 15, 2017May 15, 2017

Boston has the best odds of drafting No. 1, adding intrigue often missing from the lottery.

by KYLE HIGHTOWER Associated Press May 14, 2017May 14, 2017

One team will advance to the Eastern Conference finals, the other will have its season end in disappointment.

by Associated Press May 12, 2017May 13, 2017

Washington wins its third straight at home in the series, 92-91.

by News service report May 11, 2017

Avery Bradley says Al Horford calmed down several players screaming at each other in the locker room at halftime of Game 5.

by Associated Press May 11, 2017May 11, 2017

Avery Bradley doesn’t get a lot of accolades, but his all-around play is a key part of Boston’s success.

by Associated Press May 10, 2017May 11, 2017

Boston is a win away from the Eastern Conference final after beating the Wizards, 123-101.

by Kyle Hightower Associated Press May 9, 2017May 9, 2017

Danny Ainge of the Celtics didn’t make deadline deals despite holding assets, and now his faith is put to the test.