Have the Boston Celtics become a chore to watch?
certainly complicated matters. But Boston came completely unglued in the second half and some questionable late-game decisions accentuated the team’s late-game woes., now 7-6 since having the interim tag removed before coaching at All-Star weekend, is in the spotlight because of Boston’s inability to close out games.
But White’s fourth-quarter DNP on Saturday night was downright baffling. The Celtics were playing without three starters, including Smart, and couldn’t findYes, the Celtics needed size but White is one of the team’s best decision-makers and can often negate the size he gives up with his basketball IQ. He needs to be on the floor more regardless of matchups.
But no matter how much of a groove Brown is in, it feels like the final sets are always designed for Tatum. On Saturday night, Tatum didn’t have a single second-half field goal and yet both of Boston’s designed plays in the final 35 seconds were scripted for Tatum. Worse yet, the Celtics have routinely been burned by buzzer-beaters from opponents who, after Boston rushes through possessions, typically burn the Celtics with a last-second heave. End of quarters have been a sore spot for Boston in general and the team needs to more often prioritize quality over quantity.
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