Can this version for the Celtics win a championship?

The Boston Celtics added another win to their season total on Friday (Feb. 9) by defeating the Washington Wizards. They now hold a 40-12 record on the season, giving them a five-game lead over the second-placed Cleveland Cavaliers. As such, Boston is well positioned to be the first season in the Eastern Conference once the postseason begins.

Nevertheless, the Celtics won’t have an easy run to the NBA Finals. The New York Knicks…