Why The Boston Celtics Do The Deal
Sure. In fact, Green is a better playmaker than Horford has ever been. He’s also a better defender.
That’s not a knock on Horford. He’s been outstanding in both of those categories throughout his career. Still, Green is arguably the best defender of his generation.
Has he lost a step in his own right? Sure. He’d still be a win-now upgrade for Boston here. In fact, Green could be the missing component for a title run for this team.
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Meanwhile, they can’t afford a long-term deal for Williams as a restricted free agent anyway.
Even if Boston is moving him in exchange for a one-year rental of Green, they can justify it as a team with a real title window.
Should the Warriors really move on from their cornerstone?
