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Boston Celtics: A Season in Review

A New Era Begins

The Boston Celtics entered the 2023-24 season with high expectations. After reaching the NBA Finals the previous year, the Celtics were looking to take the next step and win their 18th championship. However, the season did not go as planned.

A Disappointing Start

The Celtics started the season slowly, losing their first three games. They struggled to find their rhythm offensively and defensively, and they looked like a team that was still trying to figure things out.

A Turnaround

In December, the Celtics finally started to turn things around. They won 10 of their next 12 games, and they climbed back into the Eastern Conference playoff race. The Celtics were led by Jayson Tatum, who was having a breakout season.

A Playoff Berth

The Celtics finished the regular season with a record of 51-31, which was good enough for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference. They faced the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs and won in six games. However, they were eliminated in the second round by the Miami Heat.

A Disappointing End

The Celtics' season ended in disappointment, but there were still some positives to take away. Tatum had a breakout season, and he is now one of the best young players in the NBA. The Celtics also have a strong core of young players, which gives them hope for the future.