That would have tied for the third-longest rest period in Finals history. And while history suggests no particular detriment to an extended break, the Celtics have struggled coming off large breaks so it's reasonable to wonder if that would have worked against them.
So when the Magic rallied for an overtime triumph in Game 4, one line of thought suggested staying in game mode for a couple extra days wouldn't be the end of the world for these celtics.
But no one could have predicted the carnage that occurred in Game 5, where Boston emerged with an injury list typically reserved for the football team in Foxborough.
Still, the Celtics soldiered on and closed out the Magic on Friday night in Game 6 with a 96-84 triumph at TD Garden and will enjoy a modest five-day break before tipping off on the road Thursday against the winner from the Western Conference finals.
Boston players probably didn't want to be dusting off their grills or opening their swimming pools on Memorial Day weekend. But as it turns out, they'll be doing just that and still have a chance at bringing home Banner 18.
Celtics coach Doc Rivers gave his team two days off from practice and the team won't get back to work until Monday morning....... read more
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