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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
04/03/2011 - 10:59pm
The Three-Pointer: Latest Shaq injury leaves Celtics looking for answers
For five minutes Sunday night, everything went according to plan. Shaquille O’Neal was back on the court, throwing his big body at anything in a Pistons uniform and scoring effortlessly on the block. He even pulled out a nifty reverse layup that had everyone at TD Garden in shock.
Paul Flannery
04/02/2011 - 12:04am
Uncertainty clouds Celtics
A week ago when the Celtics left town for a four-game road trip, things appeared to be at their breaking point. Doc Rivers called them out and called them selfish after a no-excuses loss to the Bobcats.
Paul Flannery
03/30/2011 - 6:54pm
Five questions for the Celtics down the stretch
Every team in the NBA goes through a stretch where it appears that all is hope is lost and whatever’s wrong can never be fixed.
Paul Flannery
03/29/2011 - 12:23am
The Three-Pointer: Rondo's spark not enough for Celtics
Rajon Rondo wasn’t supposed to play against the Pacers on Monday night.
Paul Flannery
03/27/2011 - 11:49pm
The Three-Pointer: A few bright spots for Celtics
For nine minutes on Sunday night, the Celtics played some of their best basketball since the All-Star break. The ball moved crisply from side to side and from player to player. Good shots were passed up for great shots and the defense was humming. And then the rest of the game happened.
Paul Flannery
03/26/2011 - 2:31pm
Time for big four to assert themselves
Paul Flannery
03/26/2011 - 12:31am
Rivers calls out 'selfish' Celtics
Paul Flannery
03/24/2011 - 1:18am
The Three-Pointer: Celtics problems are offensive
The Celtics didn’t lose to the Grizzlies Wednesday night because of poor execution in the final minute when they botched several chances to tie the game or take the lead.
Paul Flannery
03/22/2011 - 12:06am
The Three-Pointer: A playoff preview perhaps?
Of all the things that could possibly be said about the Celtics – and there are many people outside of Boston who have said many terrible things about them over the last few years – their own coach picked the one word that hurts them the most.
Paul Flannery
03/20/2011 - 12:00am
For Celtics, an important comeback
In the warm afterglow of a stirring comeback performance like the one the Celtics pulled off in their 89-85 win over New Orleans on Saturday night, it’s easy to overrate the significance.
Paul Flannery
03/17/2011 - 6:47pm
Impact players: What the return of West and the O'Neals means for Celtics
The first glimmer came on Wednesday when Delonte West played against the Pacers. West scored just two points to go with three assists in 16 minutes of work, but his impact was felt all over the court.
Paul Flannery
03/17/2011 - 12:41am
The Three-pointer: Celtics cast adds characters
Things can change quickly in the NBA — and especially with the Celtics.
Paul Flannery
03/15/2011 - 6:21pm
What's wrong with Rajon Rondo?
When it comes to Rajon Rondo, there are often more questions than answers. His game is unlike anyone else’s and while his numbers can be a reflection of his successes or failures, his play is more often dictated by feel rather than objective data.
Paul Flannery
03/14/2011 - 11:54pm
The Three-Pointer: Celtics have back-to-back blues
The Celtics lost another game against a bad team on the road in the second part of a back-to-back on Monday.
Paul Flannery
03/12/2011 - 12:51am
Celtics have Bulls-eye on them
For the second straight game the Celtics had 10 players available and for the second straight game the Celtics couldn’t finish off a comeback against a team they should have beat.
Paul Flannery
03/10/2011 - 2:09am
The Three-Pointer: Celtics have a bigs problem
There are many NBA clichés that come to mind when a team like the Celtics loses a game to the Clippers at home.
Paul Flannery
03/08/2011 - 8:59pm
Rivers' challenge: Finding a playoff rotation
The number is nine. Or maybe eight.
Paul Flannery
03/08/2011 - 12:59am
The Truth: Paul Pierce has been the Celtics' best player
As a general rule, professional basketball players don’t get better with age. Most career arcs in the NBA go something like this: Rookies survive on talent (and hopefully) maturity. Good players take the extra step by expanding their shooting range or developing a go-to move.
Paul Flannery
03/07/2011 - 2:03am
The Three-Pointer: The importance of getting the top seed
This was not a game that will make the end of the year highlight DVD. There were too many turnovers — especially by Rajon Rondo — too many second-chance points and way too many wasted possessions.
Paul Flannery
03/05/2011 - 1:17am
The Three-Pointer: Celtics see Green, and like it
Jeff Green got lost on his way to the Garden. Fortunately he had his iPhone to help him out.
Paul Flannery
03/04/2011 - 12:03am
What can Jeff Green do for the Celtics? Good question
Paul Flannery
03/03/2011 - 2:56am
As pieces fall into place, Ainge's vision becomes clear
Paul Flannery
03/01/2011 - 1:51am
The Three-Pointer: New-look Celtics rely on familiar formula when it counts
For 55 games, the Celtics followed a familiar pattern. The names changed on given nights depending on who was healthy and who wasn’t, but the script rarely deviated.
Paul Flannery
02/26/2011 - 3:15pm
What to make of Jeff Green
Jeff Green is a basketball Rorschach test.
Paul Flannery
02/25/2011 - 2:40am
Danny Ainge's bold move aimed at future and present
A year ago, Danny Ainge was asked to do something dramatic. His team was flat and looked old, injured and cooked.


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