And no moment in Celtics history made that clearer than Thomas putting up an absurd 53 points against the Washington Wizards in the 2017 NBA Playoffs after hours in a dentist chair to repair teeth broken in Game 1 of the series, and fresh on the heels of the loss of his sister Chyna in a tragic car accident.

From going to the Portland Trail Blazers to the Milwaukee Bucks, Boston would be a completely different animal for him. The Celtics fan base expects the most out of all their players, and if they don't perform at the level they're hoping for,

Jayson Tatum is recruiting Damian Lillard to the Boston Celtics, according to NBA reporter Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. Lillard is an unrestricted free agent after getting waived and stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Peterson played in 15 games for Maine last season. He averaged 20 points, 6.9 rebounds and 6 assists, shooting 40.4% from 3-point range and 44.2% from the field. The 6-foot-9 forward also suited up in 25 contests for the Celtics, where he shot 39.4% from the 3-point line. However, Peterson has now made the decision to move on from Boston.

Former Celtics forward Oshae Brissett will continue his pro career overseas after signing a deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv, according to the team. It is a two-year deal with the Israeli EuroLeague squad.