The Boston Celtics Win Big in Game One of the NBA Finals
The Boston Celtics rallied for 40 forth quarter points to win big in Game One of the NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors. 2022 NBA Finals – Game One…
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 02: Al Horford #42 and Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics reac following the 120-108 victory against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
The Boston Celtics rallied for 40 forth quarter points to win big in Game One of the NBA Finals against the Golden State Warriors.
The Boston Celtics are playing like super heroes, so it's fitting that Celtics forward Grant Williams has given them all nicknames.
Celtics.com reporter Taylor Snow shared the full list, and I've decided to turn it into this week's 12 Inch Poll. Scroll through the Celtics-stars-as-Marvel-heroes list, then vote for your favorite!
Jason Tatum - Vision
His talents have been otherworldly as of late.
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Jaylen Brown - Black Panther
CELTICS FOREVER!
(Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
Marcus Smart - The Incredible Hulk
SMARF SMASH!
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Al Horford - Captain America
A fitting tribute to the stalwart veteran.
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Rob Williams - Thor
Given the dunks the Time Lord has been hammering home as of late, Thor is a much better nickname.
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Derrick White - Iron Man
The versatile newcomer has been lighting it up since joining the C's.
(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
Grant Williams - Spider-Man
Although he prefers to be called Batman in the DC Universe.
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Daniel Theis - Captain Marvel
Fans seem to enjoy having this familiar face back in green.
(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Payton Pritchard - Quicksilver
The speedy youngster is Quicksilver indeed.
(Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
Aaron Nesmith - Drax
Big and strong, just like Drax the Destroyer.
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Ime Udoka - Nick Fury
The leader.
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2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: A general view inside Chase Center prior to Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics blocks the shot attempt by Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics dribbles against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics during the first half in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics battle for a rebound during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Otto Porter Jr. #32 of the Golden State Warriors shoots against Derrick White #9 and Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics during the first half in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Payton Pritchard #11 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics reacts during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics speaks to his team during a timeout in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics passes the ball against Jordan Poole #3 of the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: The shoes of Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics are seen during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket past Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the fourth quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics passes against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors during the second half in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors blocks the shot attempt of Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors during the second half in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against Andrew Wiggins #22 and Kevon Looney #5 of the Golden State Warriors during the second half in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Jordan Poole #3 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles against Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics during the second quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics looks on during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
2022 NBA Finals - Game One
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics addresses the media as his son Ean Horford looks on following Game One of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center against the Golden State Warriors on June 02, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
