Celtics add guard Finley

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03/06/2010 - Boston, MA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Celtics officially announced the signing of guard Michael Finley on Saturday.

Finley was waived at his request Monday by San Antonio after his playing time dwindled upon returning from a sprained ankle in late January. In 25 games this season, the 36-year-old has averaged career-lows of 3.7 points and 1.5 rebounds over 15-plus minutes per contest.

The two-time All-Star has appeared in 111 career playoff games and was a member of the 2007 championship Spurs team. Finley, who turned 37 Saturday, holds down career playoff averages of 13.6 points, 4.0 rebounds and a three- point field goal percentage of 39.1 percent.

Over 15 seasons in the NBA, which has included stints with Phoenix and Dallas, the University of Wisconsin product has averaged 15.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 1,082 games.

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