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Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Will the Boston Celtics rotation look different next season?
After losing Jayson Tatum to an Achilles tendon injury, the Boston Celtics are expected to make changes to their roster this summer. Without Tatum, Boston isn't expected to contend for a championship. Therefore, the current rotation and the associated luxury tax penalties are no longer tenable. The Celtics also have an aging supporting cast. It makes sense to cut some of the cap, get younger and re-tool for a potential championship push in 2026 or 2027. Therefore, Brad Stevens should be busy this summer. Not only does he need to find fair value for the players currently on the team, he also needs to find talent that can help the team win once Tatum returns to the rotation. Advertisement In a recent episode of the "First to the Floor" podcast, the hosts discussed the potential for change this summer and how the current rotation could look significantly different by the time next season gets underway. You can watch the full episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Will the Celtics rotation look different next season?
USA Today
5 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
Trading Jaylen Brown or Derrick White would be a risk for the Boston Celtics
Changes are coming for the Boston Celtics. Brad Stevens is expected to be busy throughout the summer as he looks to re-tool the roster and get the tea below the second luxury tax apron. Currently, Jrue Holiday, Sam Hauser and Kristaps Porzingis are viewed as the most logical trade chips for Boston. Nevertheless, both Jaylen Brown and Derrick White could potentially be available at the right price. After all, both players have enjoyed significant success in recent years and project to be the Celtics' one-two punch in Tatum's absence. Still, it's fair to assume that no player other than Tatum is seen as untouchable by the Celtics, especially given their current luxury tax status. In a recent episode of the "Jones and Keefe Show" for WEEI, the duo discussed what the cost of acquiring Brown or White would be for opposing teams. They also debated the impact it would have on the Celtics current roster, and what a potential trade package could inject into Joe Mazzulla's squad. You can watch the full episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website:
USA Today
5 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Will the Boston Celtics rotation look different next season?
After losing Jayson Tatum to an Achilles tendon injury, the Boston Celtics are expected to make changes to their roster this summer. Without Tatum, Boston isn't expected to contend for a championship. Therefore, the current rotation and the associated luxury tax penalties are no longer tenable. The Celtics also have an aging supporting cast. It makes sense to cut some of the cap, get younger and re-tool for a potential championship push in 2026 or 2027. Therefore, Brad Stevens should be busy this summer. Not only does he need to find fair value for the players currently on the team, he also needs to find talent that can help the team win once Tatum returns to the rotation. In a recent episode of the "First to the Floor" podcast, the hosts discussed the potential for change this summer and how the current rotation could look significantly different by the time next season gets underway. You can watch the full episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website:
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Should the Boston Celtics consider trading some of their star players?
The Boston Celtics were always going to face trade rumors after their second-round playoff exit at the hands of the New York Knicks. Brad Stevens has one of the most expensively constructed rosters in the NBA. If Boston doesn't duck under the second apron luxury tax, it could be facing a $500 million payroll once taxes are included. As such, the Celtics are expected to be busy during the offseason. Everyone not named Jayson Tatum is reportedly available at the right price. That means that both Derrick White and Jaylen Brown could receive interest from around the NBA. Advertisement During a recent episode of the "Hold My Banner" podcast, hosts George Balekji and Travis Thomas shared their thoughts on a recent report from ESPN's Shams Charania, which noted how rival teams are "one hundred percent" making calls on the two Celtics stars. Balekji and Thomas gave their opinions on potentially moving on from White and/or Brown, and what trading one or both of those stars could mean for the Celtics moving forward. You can watch the full podcast episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website: This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Should the Celtics consider trading some of their star players?
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
How safe is Joe Mazzulla's job with the Boston Celtics?
How safe is Joe Mazzulla's job with the Boston Celtics? Joe Mazzulla has just completed his third season as the Boston Celtics' head coach. During his tenure, Mazzulla has overseen the implementation of a distinct brand of basketball that often splits the fan base. Under his stewardship, Boston likes to attack from the perimeter with relentless aggression, as they look to win the math game against their opponents. In fairness, Mazzulla Ball helped the Celtics win a championship in 2024. Boston has also been one of the best regular-season rosters during his tenure as head coach. However, the team's second-round capitulation at the hands of the New York Knicks in the 2025 NBA Playoffs likely didn't sit well with the fan base. During a recent episode of the "Celtics Beat" podcast, hosts Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti were joined by Matt Moore of The Action Network. The trio discussed Mazzulla's job security and whether he's overrated as a head coach. The trio looked at the Celtics' style of play, roster construction and talent development under his leadership before making a decision on whether his job is secure heading into next season. You can watch the full episode by clicking on the embedded video above. Watch the "Taylor Talks Celtics" podcast on: YouTube: Website:
