Boston Celtics Receive: F Doug McDermott, G Tre Jones, 2025 First-Round Pick (ATL via SAS), 2027 First-Round Pick (ATL via SAS)
San Antonio Spurs Receive: G Marcus Smart
On the other hand, there are more variables. Roster construction is another huge one.
We’ve seen talented teams with players who don’t fit well together. They may have a degree of success, but usually, there is a ceiling on it.
For example, look at the Celtics. They’ve had a lot of success in recent years.
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This team made the NBA Finals last year and came a game short of repeating that feat in 2022-23.
Is there a ceiling on their success? We think it’s possible. In the Eastern Conference Finals, it looked like the Celtics had too many combo guards and not enough point guards.
Does this deal help them balance their roster?