In recent years, the Celtics have had a love-hate relationship with the 3-point arc. Under former coach Jim O'Brien , Boston was known for attempting a staggering number of 3-pointers. ( Antoine Walker heaved up 645 in the 2001-02 season.) Those 3-pointers keyed a number of big Boston wins. They also cost the team a number of crucial games. Former ... (Full article: 781 words)

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