Tony Allen says the Boston Celtics would have beat the Lakers in '10 if Perk was healthy
The Ubuntu era Celtics' last, best shot at an NBA title and dynasty was ultimately foiled by Perk's bad knee and a Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol-led Lakers squad Allen had a front row seat for. Boston would of course have a few more deep postseason runs, but this was as close as they came to hanging a second banner with that core -- and Allen thinks they just missed doing so.
Take a look at the clip embedded below to hear what he and Teague had to say about that snapshot in Celtics history for yourself.
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