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Paul Flannery began his journalism career answering phones at the Boston Herald before embarking on a cross-country odyssey that included stops in Oregon, Virginia and Philadelphia. He then returned home to Boston, where he was the online editor at Boston magazine and began covering the Celtics in 2008. Flannery also contributes to the Phoenix and teaches sports journalism at Boston University.

 
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Paul Flannery
05/05/2012 - 1:18am
Nothing easy for Celtics and Rajon Rondo
The first rule of playoff basketball is never apologize for a win, no matter how ugly. Here’s another one. Call it the Rondo rule: Just because you record double figures in three statistical categories doesn’t mean you had a great game.
Paul Flannery
05/03/2012 - 2:03pm
Making sense of unapologetic, defiant, thankful Rajon Rondo
WALTHAM – Rajon Rondo ran down the tunnel toward his teammates. The first person he was saw Kevin Garnett.
Paul Flannery
05/02/2012 - 1:45am
Avery Bradley's star begins to rise
ATLANTA -- There was Paul Pierce running down the court with Avery Bradley on his right and a two-point lead in his back pocket.
Paul Flannery
05/01/2012 - 1:48pm
Ultimate test for resilient, shorthanded Celtics
ATLANTA -- So, here are the Celtics with their backs against the wall and no one to get Kevin Garnett the ball in his favored shooting position.
Paul Flannery
04/30/2012 - 12:11am
With intent? Celtics await word on Rajon Rondo
ATLANTA -- In the span of a few seconds, the Celtics went from a team that was desperately trying to complete a hopeless comeback to one that is anxiously holding its breath over the interpretation of the word “intentional.”
Paul Flannery
04/28/2012 - 12:58pm
The clock is ticking for Celtics
From the moment they were assembled, they played with an expiration date hanging over their heads. Three years, maybe five. There’s a finite amount of time in this game and for three superstars in the latter stages of their career that time is precious.
Paul Flannery
04/27/2012 - 1:56am
Playoff preview: Celtics-Hawks
Paul Flannery
04/26/2012 - 12:14am
Brandon Bass quietly makes his case
The decision that defined the Celtics’ 2011-12 season wasn’t the easiest sell.
Paul Flannery
04/23/2012 - 11:00pm
Home court or health: For Celtics it's no contest
Paul Flannery
04/21/2012 - 12:05pm
Most improved player: A case for Avery Bradley
Paul Flannery
04/19/2012 - 1:50am
Appreciating Paul Pierce's season
Let’s pause for a moment to consider Paul Pierce. In his 14th season, Pierce has averaged 19.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 4.5 assists. His shooting percentages are down a bit, but across the board it has been another typically excellent Pierce season.
Paul Flannery
04/17/2012 - 12:07am
What advanced stats tell us about Rajon Rondo
On Sunday night in Charlotte, Rajon Rondo scored 20 points and handed out 16 assists in a 94-82 Celtics victory over the Bobcats.
Paul Flannery
04/14/2012 - 12:49am
Rebuilding the Celtics: Restricted free agents
Paul Flannery
04/13/2012 - 12:51am
The genius of Doc Rivers, a true player's coach
Doc Rivers is often referred to as a player’s coach by both the media and his own team, but that casual definition only hints at his coaching style. Rivers is demanding. He is candid, both with the press and his team.
Paul Flannery
04/12/2012 - 1:19am
The Celtics keep winning games they shouldn’t win
Rajon Rondo went to Doc Rivers and told him he had to stay in the game. “We’ve got tomorrow off,” Rondo told his coach. “Let me just go.”
Paul Flannery
04/11/2012 - 1:04am
Are the Celtics legitimate contenders?
It’s time to get off the fence and recognize what the Celtics are doing. If you’ve been following them all season, you’ve probably been expressing quiet optimism over their play since the All-Star break.
Paul Flannery
04/08/2012 - 11:44pm
With Philadelphia reeling, Celtics deliver knockout
Paul Flannery
04/07/2012 - 9:49am
Rebuilding the Celtics: The transition plan
Ray Allen went to Doc Rivers and told him it was time.
Paul Flannery
04/06/2012 - 2:03am
Doc Rivers gives Celtics wakeup call
It's not true that Celtics coach Doc Rivers never blasts his players in public -- just ask Glen Davis.
Paul Flannery
04/05/2012 - 12:41am
Meet your new sixth man: Avery Bradley
Ray Allen returned to the court after missing six games with a sprained ankle and was in the starting lineup as usual on Wednesday when the Celtics played the Spurs.
Paul Flannery
04/01/2012 - 9:14pm
Should Avery Bradley stay in the starting lineup?
Over the last five games, the Celtics have held four teams below 90 points per 100 possessions. Included in that list are Utah – who ranks seventh in offensive efficiency – and now Miami, who ranks third.
Paul Flannery
03/29/2012 - 1:02am
Is Kevin Garnett the center for now, and the future?
For the first time since his rookie season, Kevin Garnett spent the All-Star break away from the game and alone with his thoughts. He thought about the first half of the season and what went wrong. He thought about what he could do better.
Paul Flannery
03/25/2012 - 11:06pm
How good can Avery Bradley be for Celtics?
Avery Bradley made his first seven shots on Sunday night and outscored the Wizards in the first quarter by himself, 15-12. He made jump shots. He made layups. He even made a 3-pointer.
Paul Flannery
03/22/2012 - 11:46pm
Things are looking up for Celtics
A week ago the Celtics were run out of Sacramento on the wrong end of a 120-95 score. They went to Denver the next night and lost, as is their custom, on the second night of a back-to-back on the road.
Paul Flannery
03/19/2012 - 1:21am
With deadline behind them, Celtics face uncertain future
SACRAMENTO -- All week long the Celtics said it didn’t bother them. All week long, they rolled their eyes and offered terse, clipped answers about the inevitably of the March 15 trade deadline. Veterans all, there was some truth to their responses.


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