Why The Boston Celtics Do The Deal

The Celtics do the deal because they’re acquiring Kevin Durant. From a certain point of view, this is that simple.

Let’s elaborate anyway. The Celtics, even after losing Brown and Smart, will be one of the strongest teams in the NBA following this deal. They’ll still have key Finals contributors like Al Horford, Robert Williams III, Grant Williams, and Derrick White, not to mention the newly acquired Malcolm Brogdon.

Imagine that supporting cast around Durant and Jayson Tatum. That makes for a terrifying proposition for opposing teams. The Nets will have one of the league’s best offensive wings on the floor for most of every game.

When they’re both on the floor, the Celtics will be unguardable. You cannot double either, yet, you need to double both. It’s a conundrum, if not a paradox.

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Realistically, only injuries would be likely to stop this team’s return to the NBA Finals. This time, they’ll be likely to walk away from them with a Larry O’Brien Trophy.