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This banner protesting racism was unfurled over the Green Monster during the Sept. 13 game at Fenway Park.

Boston teams to join forces against a common foe: racism

Boston-09/01/17- The Boston celtics held a press confrence at TD Garden to introduce their new star players, Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. Irving smiles listening to a question. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(sports)

Kyrie Irving went on ESPN's 'First Take.' It got a little awkward.

FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2016, file photo, Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris, left, and Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris talk on the court after an NBA basketball game in Washington. A trial will begin for NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris, who allegedly assaulted a man outside a Phoenix recreation center two years ago. Maricopa County Superior Court officials announced the trial's upcoming jury selection will start Wednesday morning, Sept. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Openings to begin in trial of Morris twins accused of assault

The Patriots/NFL season just started, but we're already looking forward to Celtics season and the debut of Jayson Tatum.

Chat sports and media with Chad Finn at 2:30 September 15, 2017 | 2:03 PM

Pierce Tatum

Paul Pierce calls Jayson Tatum 'an older version of me' September 15, 2017 | 9:54 AM

Ex-Celtics player sentenced to prison for selling stolen guns September 14, 2017 | 9:54 PM

CLEVELAND, OH - MARCH 06: Andrew Bogut #6 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts after getting hurt in the first half while playing the Miami Heat at Quicken Loans Arena on March 6, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

The Celtics are reportedly one of four teams in discussions with Andrew Bogut September 14, 2017 | 7:06 AM

FILE - In this Feb. 19, 2016, file photo, Washington Wizards forward Markieff Morris, left, and Detroit Pistons forward Marcus Morris talk on the court after an NBA basketball game in Washington. A trial will begin for NBA players Marcus and Markieff Morris, who allegedly assaulted a man outside a Phoenix recreation center two years ago. Maricopa County Superior Court officials announced the trial's upcoming jury selection will start Wednesday morning, Sept. 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

Phoenix trial begins for Morris twins September 14, 2017 | 12:40 AM

Kyrie Irving and Al Horford won't have to face off as opponents anymore.

Why Kyrie Irving and Al Horford will work so well together September 13, 2017 | 7:02 AM

epa06200271 Germany's Daniel Theis (C) in action during the EuroBasket 2017 Quarter Final match between Germany and Spain in Istanbul, Turkey, 12 September 2017. EPA/SEDAT SUNA

The Celtics' new German rookie keeps dunking on NBA players in Europe September 12, 2017 | 6:18 PM

Boston-09/01/17- The Boston celtics held a press confrence at TD Garden to introduce their new star players, Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. Irving smiles as he listens to a question. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(sports)

How the Kyrie Irving-Isaiah Thomas trade landed at one of the worst possible times for NBA reporters September 11, 2017 | 4:24 PM

Los Angeles, CA - 06/12/08 - As the time on the clock expired, Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce (34) and Boston Celtics guard Ray Allen (20) shared a weary embrace. - (Globe Staff Photo / Barry Chin) section: Sports, reporter: Marc Spears, slug: 13celtics.

Ray Allen opens up about feud with former Celtics teammates September 11, 2017 | 8:28 AM

Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving leaves a news conference in Boston, Friday, Sept. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Celtics betting on Kyrie Irving — just as they did with Isaiah Thomas September 11, 2017 | 12:00 AM

epa06193929 Germany's Daniel Theis (R) in action against France's Joffrey Lauvergne (L) during the FIBA EuroBasket 2017 round of 16 match between Germany and France, in Istanbul, Turkey 09 September 2017. EPA/SEDAT SUNA

Watch Celtics rookie Daniel Theis posterize Boris Diaw September 9, 2017 | 1:30 PM

'It was definitely the toughest call I ever had to make,' Danny Ainge says of Isaiah Thomas trade September 9, 2017 | 12:00 AM

The look on Bill Belichick's face says it all after the Patriots' 42-27 loss to the Chiefs.

Chat sports and media with Chad Finn at 2:30 September 8, 2017 | 2:12 PM

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 01: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics looks on during the press conference at TD Garden on September 1, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

NBA 2K18 reveals its new cover with Kyrie Irving in a Celtics uniform September 7, 2017 | 10:07 AM

Boston Celtics fans cheer as guard Isaiah Thomas runs up court after a made basket during the fourth quarter of Game 7 of a second-round NBA basketball playoff series against the Washington Wizards, Monday, May 15, 2017, in Boston.

Isaiah Thomas writes goodbye to Celtics fans: 'I fell in love with Boston' September 6, 2017 | 3:25 PM

Isaiah Thomas posts Instagram video referencing trade September 5, 2017 | 10:04 PM

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 09: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics drives against Pat Connaughton #5 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2017 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 9, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Lil B gives Jaylen Brown and the Celtics Based God's NBA blessings September 5, 2017 | 5:42 PM

Danny Ainge, Boston Celtics president of basketball operations, smiles as he addresses reporters at the team's training facility in Waltham, Mass., Tuesday, May 16, 2017. The Celtics won the NBA draft lottery, capitalizing on a trade they made with the Brooklyn Nets four years ago. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Danny Ainge's Twitter is full of dad jokes, eyeball emojis, and Celtics chatter September 5, 2017 | 4:15 PM

Uncle Drew

ESPN teases first look of the cast of 'Uncle Drew' September 5, 2017 | 3:51 PM

Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving, left, and Gordon Hayward hold up their new jerseys with General Manager Danny Ainge, right, during a news conference in Boston, Friday, Sept. 1, 2017. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

The story of two Cavaliers that almost were and two Celtics that almost weren't September 4, 2017 | 8:57 AM

PHOENIX, AZ - NOVEMBER 07: (L-R) Markieff Morris #11 and Marcus Morris #15 of the Phoenix Suns await a free throw shot during the second half of the NBA game against the Sacramento Kings at US Airways Center on November 7, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Kings defeated the Suns 114-112 in double overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

A look into Marcus Morris' close relationship with his twin brother September 3, 2017 | 1:33 PM

Isaiah Thomas and Kyrie Irving during the 2017 NBA Eastern Conference Finals.

An orthopedic hip surgeon offers a few scenarios for Isaiah Thomas September 3, 2017 | 11:22 AM

Boston-09/01/17- The Boston celtics held a press confrence at TD Garden to introduce their new star players, Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. Owner Wyc Grousbeck(left) stands with Irving, Hayward, and Danny Ainge as they hold their new jerseys. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(sports)

Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward say hello to Celtics fans in their new uniforms September 1, 2017 | 3:09 PM

Boston-09/01/17- The Boston celtics held a press confrence at TD Garden to introduce their new star players, Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. Owner Wyc Grousbeck(left) stands with Irving, Hayward, and Danny Ainge as they hold their new jerseys. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(sports)

The state police seem fairly confident the Celtics are going to win it all September 1, 2017 | 1:57 PM

Boston-09/01/17- The Boston celtics held a press confrence at TD Garden to introduce their new star players, Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward. Irving(left) put his jersey on his shoulder as he leaves the stage with Hayward and Ainge. John Tlumacki/Globe Staff(sports)

Kyrie Irving said he has not spoken to LeBron James since asking for a trade September 1, 2017 | 1:34 PM

BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 01: Kyrie Irving #11 and Gordon Hayward are introduced as the newest members of the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on September 1, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

“When Boston came knocking, I was answering." September 1, 2017 | 11:40 AM

FILE - In this March 11, 2017, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) looks to pass in front of Orlando Magic forward Terrence Ross (31) and center Nikola Vucevic during an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla. A person familiar with the negotiations says the Cavaliers have finalized their blockbuster deal with Boston involving All-Star guards Irving and Isaiah Thomas by getting an another draft pick from the Celtics. The Cavs will get a second-round pick in 2020 to complete the package, said the person who spoke Wednesday night, Aug. 30, to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the league has to sign off on the agreement. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Kyrie Irving says goodbye to Cleveland in a heartfelt video to fans August 31, 2017 | 3:04 PM

What Danny Ainge means when he says Kyrie Irving fits the Celtics' timeline August 31, 2017 | 7:46 AM

Boston MA 3/1/17 Boston Celtics Isaiah Thomas drives to the basket on Cleveland Cavaliers Kyrie Irving during first quarter action at TD Garden. (Photo by Matthew J. Lee/Globe staff)
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Celtics complete blockbuster trade with Cavaliers August 30, 2017 | 11:01 PM

Boston Celtics' Isaiah Thomas reacts during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers in Boston, Wednesday, March 22, 2017. The Celtics won 109-100. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Isaiah Thomas says 'I am not damaged' in ESPN interview August 29, 2017 | 10:06 PM