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Celtics expect to play Friday after three postponements as NBA weighs more testing
Boston hasn t played since last Friday because of coronavirus protocols, but appears on track to host the Orlando Magic.
By TIM REYNOLDSAssociated Press
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The Boston Celtics expect their unplanned weeklong hiatus because of coronavirus-related issues to end Friday, when they’re scheduled to play host to the Orlando Magic.
The Phoenix Suns, however, have a bit more time off coming.
The Celtics will be without at least three players Friday, including All-Star forward Jayson Tatum, because of the league’s health and safety protocols. But four others are apparently on the cusp of satisfying their league-mandated time away from the team and are listed as questionable for Friday.
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Which teams are the most likely to win the 2021 NBA championship? (Phantom Designs/Def Pen Sports)
In an NBA with far more parity than it has had in recent years, numerous teams have a shot at securing the 2021 NBA championship. With all that has transpired over the course of the past five years (i.e, the Golden State Warriors‘ dynasty), this is the most balanced league we’ve seen recently. This has resulted in widespread optimism for the upper-echelon teams potentially vying for a championship.
This season, numerous suitors will try to supplant the vast contending pool in order to encapsulate the coveted Larry O’Brien trophy. With no clear front-runners, in a peculiar year, let’s take a look at the top 10 teams that will contend for the illustrious 2021 NBA championship.