The Boston Celtics have not won an NBA title since the future Hall of Fame core of Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, and Kevin Garnett did so in 2008, injuries and quality opponents robbing that group of a potential dynasty over the years. Now, the Celtics of today are back in the NBA finals for the second time in three years — but just how good is this team so often called historic when stacked up against the last contention crew in Boston?
