Posted By Lynn Worthy, Sun Staff
Boston Celtics captain Paul Pierce proclaimed the Celtics the team to beat this year in the NBA, saying that in his heart he knows if healthy the Celtics will win a championship.
Pierce's comments were part of interview with CBSSports.com. The conversation also touched on the prospects of beginning the season with replacement referees, running into former President Bill Clinton, and how long he sees himself continuing to play in the NBA.
Pierce's comments about Boston being the team to beat come after a season when the Lakers and Orlando Magic met in the NBA Finals, and the Cleveland Cavaliers finished the regular season with the league's best record.
Boston finished the regular season with injuries to Kevin Garnett and Leon Powe. The Celtics bolstered their frontcourt with the additions of Rasheed Wallace and Shelden Williams this off-season. They also acquired Marquis Daniels to play on the wing.
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