Celtics Set To Kickoff Shortened Season

04:40

December 23, 2011

Bob Oakes

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From left, Boston Celtics forward Chris Wilcox, guard Rajon Rondo and guard Ray Allen watch from the bench during the second half of an NBA preseason basketball game against the Toronto Raptors in Boston, Wednesday, Dec. 21. (AP)

It's been a long time coming but on Sunday the NBA is back after a month-
long lock out due to contentious contract talks between NBA owners and players.

The Celtics start the season at noon Sunday with a game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

The upcoming season will be short and jam-packed, pushing over 60 games into just a few months.

Gary Washburn, who covers the Celtics for The Boston Globe, joined Morning Edition Friday to talk about the upcoming season.

Earlier:

Deal Reached; NBA Season Mostly Saved
NBA Owners, Players Reach Tentative Deal

This program aired on December 23, 2011.

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