The Boston Celtics have been one of the more perplexing teams in the NBA throughout the 2021-22 season. They have a strong foundation to build up with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown as two young All-Stars. There are plenty of veterans in the mix as well that have experienced success in Boston such as Marcus Smart and Al Horford.
Other young players have stepped up this season as well with Robert Williams and Grant Williams taking the next steps in their development. So, what exactly is it that is wrong with the Celtics?
Pinpointing that has not been easy. The talent is there, but the energy and effort brought to the court do not match it every night. It has left rookie head coach Ime Udoka searching for answers but not always have a solution.
For now, the Boston Celtics are looking to upgrade the roster around Tatum and Brown, which is the right choice. They may have some overlapping skills, but seeing if the organization can return to being contenders with them as the pillars make sense.
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Eventually, that may not be the case. It is too early to pull the plug, but if Boston wants to make a trade that will move the needle, one of their two cornerstones will be involved. There have been whispers recently that it would be Brown on the move.
We have heard the regular run-of-the-mill rumors about Brown being involved in deals for Damian Lillard or Ben Simmons. But, let’s think outside the box a little more this time. Here are three intriguing trade deals that involve Brown not going to the Portland Trail Blazers or Philadelphia 76ers.
