black irish

Definition

A humorous term for the dominant 2007-08 Boston Celtics roster—ironic slang playing with the cultural makeup of basketball's most stacked team that year.

Example Usage

Did you see the Black Irish demolish the Lakers last night? That squad was absolutely unstoppable.

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