The end of an era?

Is this the end of an era?

Although the Boston Celtics got off to a good start (24-16 in the first quarter), with Kevin Garnett playing very aggressive and controlled the game they, yet again, disappointed they’re fans in the 4^th quarter. The Miami Heat outscored the Boston Celtics 26-14 in the final quarter, winning by 10 (97-87).

The question a lot of journalists and fans ask today is whether it was a smart move by Coach Doc Rivers keeping injured Rajon Rondo in the starting five. Rajon Rondo is by far my favorite player in the Boston Celtics, but I can’t help to think that it was a mistake by Coach Rivers to keep Rajon Rondo in the starting line-up. He should have started with Delonte West, even though he also battled with an injury, on the point guard position, taken Rajon Rondo’s injuries (back and elbow) in concern. 

 

Rajon was a shadow of himself, only being able to pass the ball with his right hand. Rajon Rondo who averaged 11,2 assists per game this season only had three assists in game 5.

Injuries have been the biggest problem for this year’s Celtics team, in my opinion. Except for Rajon Rondo several other players have had issues with injuries this season. Big-man Shaquille O’Neal did return to the court in the playoffs but should have stayed on the bench. Captain Paul Pierce, back-up center Jermain O’Neal, back-up point guard Delonte West all had serious problem with different injuries this season and especially in the playoffs. 

So, is this the end of an era?

Well, not really. Coach Rivers seems willing to return next season and I’m quite sure Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce will as well. But maybe, seeing the Heat take down the Celtics will make other teams realize that it isn’t impossible.

Also, got to give a shout out to the Miami Heat who played amazing basketball.