Celtics Needs To Take A New Direction?

The postseason for the Boston Celtics ended depressingly. Jayson Tatum, one of last season's top players, is out for next season. He ruptured his right Achilles tendon. This news raises big questions about the Celtics' 2025-26 season. With the face of the franchise who has led the Celtics to deep runs out, how far can the Celtics make it next season? The current NBA is an improvement for every team, so the question is whether the Celtics can keep up. Tatum is facing setbacks. Next season, the team expects Jaylen Brown to be the 1A player.

Jaylen Brown has struggled to show he can lead a team in his career. Brown has served as an ideal second option for nearly ten years. He won a championship and a Finals MVP award. He is a top 20 player in the world with three All-Star selections. Jaylen is an underrated defender. He can guard wings and other guards. Also, he is a skilled passer and can score from inside. Since becoming a star, Jaylen has been a huge factor as a second option when Boston made deep runs in the playoffs. Brown is a top player, but he has weaknesses. His ball-handling needs work, especially when he goes left. In the series against the Knicks, Brown had a tough time in game six. He scored 20 points but shot only 8 for 20. This performance sparked debate about whether Brown is the future of the team.

The second apron worries many teams, including the Boston Celtics. They have made a large investment in their superstar, Jayson Tatum. Jaylen Brown is also among the highest-paid players. Which puts Brad Stevens in a position where he will look to pivot. This could prompt Boston to trade Jaylen Brown to stay under the second apron. They are restocking their roster and focusing on younger players. This way, when Tatum returns, they will have more flexibility to compete for a title. The Celtics may look to trade for Giannis if he becomes available. While the team has made it clear that Brown is untouchable, they still need to manage their salary cap. This could mean trading Porzingis or Holiday instead.

This off-season there are a lot of questions in regard to the Celtics' flexibility. Kristaps Porzingis earns a lot, but his injury history could lead to a trade. Kristaps' career will go down as underrated due to the injuries over the span of 9 seasons. He is someone who can space out the floor, play in the block, and be a good rim protector. Porzingis is someone who can play both sides of the court and be a good second option. The problem that he runs into is the lack of availability. KP has faced injuries throughout his career. Now, with the second apron in place, few teams are willing to trade for him. Teams like the Pistons might want a player like Porzingis, but his past could make them hesitant. As of right now, his future seems bleak on the Celtics, along with Jrue Holiday.

One of the most underrated point guards of the past decade was Jrue Holiday. His playmaking skills and ability to work off the ball set him apart from many players in his position. Holiday is one of the best on-ball defenders who makes the opposing players' lives a living hell. But with Jrue, the discussion comes up about his age and the contract he is on. He is soon to enter the age of 36, and in the year 2028, he will have a player option. This puts the Celtics in a tough situation where they have to make a trade. There could be teams like the Clippers who could make a deal for him. The Celtics aim to get younger this offseason. This leaves the futures of players like Jrue Holiday and Al Horford uncertain.

Al Horford has been a gem in both of his runs as a Celtic. He was a star when he first came in 2016, and in his second run, he was able to come off the bench and be a rim protector. Al is a talented scorer and a good playmaker. Horford is at the age of 38 and could decide to have another NBA run or announce retirement, making him a 2010s gem. Depending on the price, Boston might keep him. He could also join a team like the Thunder to chase one last championship before retiring.

The Boston Celtics are in a tough situation when it comes to flexibility. They can free up salary by trading Jrue Holiday, who is getting older and has many years left in his deal. Or trade away injury-prone Porzingis. who played limited games this year. With Jayson Tatum out for the season due to injury, it’s tough to see the Celtics keeping up their momentum. Now, relying on Jaylen Brown to become the first option and lead the team to a winning record and a deep run. Which is hard to imagine with the sample size he has given. Is Al Horford done with basketball? Will he make one last run with the Celtics before retiring? The Boston Celtics have a lot of questions to ask themselves in regard to who they trade away and who they return.

Jrue Holiday was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons!

The Boston Celtics started their offseason by trading champion Jrue Holiday for Anfernee Simons. The NBA world sees they’re ready to shift from their championship team as Tatum is out next season. Brad Stevens made a great move. He traded Jrue, who is in his mid-to-late 30s, for a young player, 25 years old, on an expiring deal. If Simons doesn’t fit with the team, they might let him go in the off-season. This would free up salary for future moves, which could then get them a better player. This is a low-risk, high-reward type deal with a huge payoff. People are discussing if Brad will trade more players or only the veteran two-time champion.

The conversation that Brad Stevens must be having is whether the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown duo have reached its peak. After a terrible postseason run losing to the Knicks, during which Brown failed to step up, the question begins to arise: can Jaylen lead this team to a deep playoff run? Both seem questionable, as Brown failed to beat the Knicks despite some arguing that his team was better. Brown's expensive contract and his prime age might make Stevens consider a trade. The four-time All-Star could bring significant value, especially if the Celtics get a strong return involving players like Desmond Bane and Mikal Bridges. Teams such as the Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, or Toronto Raptors might pursue a blockbuster trade for the Finals MVP. The Boston Celtics are the wild card this off-season.

The off-season has kicked off with a bang, starting with Jrue Holiday being traded. The Boston Celtics began their off-season by trading away the two-time All-Star. Now, the question is, what is the future for the rest? This year, the free agency market is weak, which could lead to big packages for Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis, and Jaylen Brown. The return on investment could be significant, and the Celtics are known to capitalize on opportunities. The most famous example is the trade of Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett to the Nets. This off-season is heating up with major trades!

Kristaps Porziņģis traded to the Hawks!

The team has traded Kristaps Porziņģis to the Atlanta Hawks, clearing cap space for the Boston Celtics. Brad Stevens is taking an aggressive approach as he clears cap space and avoids the second apron. With Jayson Tatum out and trade talks about Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, it makes sense to move the big man. The team signed the injury-prone center for $30 million this season. But KP often misses games, so he isn’t a reliable third option. The Celtics aim to prepare for the 2026-27 season. They are clearing cap space and gathering assets for a bold move.

There could be more splashes from the Boston Celtics in the offseason. This could be one of the best offseasons yet. Teams aim to either compete or sell players who want to compete in the coming years.

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