But, the announcement yesterday that Posey has been added as an assistant to Canton Charge Head Coach Steve Hetzel’s staff for the 2013-14 NBA Development League season should put an end to hopes that he will join the Celtics' staff. The Canton Charge are the D-League affiliate of the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Posey played 12 seasons in the NBA for six different teams. He is a two-time NBA Champion, once with the Miami Heat (2005-06) and once with the Boston Celtics (2007-08) and can add much to a coaching staff from a players perspective.
“James will be a relatable presence who can give our players direct examples of experiences and insight from what we will be coaching them,” said head coach Steve Hetzel. “I’m extremely excited he is going to be with us this season and really look forward to getting started with him.”Speaking of nicknames on the backs of jerseys, during his 12 seasons in the NBA, Posey earned the nickname "Nails" for his tough as nails play. He became a favorite on the Celtics championship squad because of it. Now, that's a nickname that was earned. .
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ReplyDeleteDo the Celtics win the 2008 championship without him? Probably. Do they win 66 games? Nope. Do they win 60? Sure, but they would have been banged up and tired in the process. Come to think of it, not even sure they would have won the title without his D against LeBron and Kobe plus the timely threes!!!
ReplyDeleteNails was probably 6th man of the year, but because he didn't score in boatloads, got overlooked
ReplyDeleteI agree that they don't win without Nails - His defense and his offense off the bench were crucial to that championship.
ReplyDeleteand a GREAT rebounder, great in this case meaning getting important rebounds...
ReplyDeleteYep, the important rebounds and the important plays. He rarely made mistakes.
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