As badly as Boston has played over parts of December and January, Kerr downplayed any concern. “I wouldn’t worry about the Celtics if I were one of their fans,” Kerr said. “This is normal.” The Celtics built a first-half lead on the back of their defense Monday before running away from the Golden State Warriors for a 125-85 win.

Steve Kerr offers the Celtics and their fans some advice after their championship run last season. He says it's natural to go into slumps during an 82-game regular season, especially when you are so often playing deep into the postseason.