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Brad Stevens Issues Stern Warning To Celtics Fans About Next Season
TL;DR
Brad Stevens warns Celtics fans that next season won't be a repeat of this year despite a strong performance. The team needs to address flaws exposed during their playoff loss to the 76ers.
Key points
- Brad Stevens issues warning to Celtics fans about next season
- Celtics won 56 games and claimed the two seed in the Eastern Conference
- Playoff loss to the 76ers exposed flaws in the team's strategy
- Celtics lost key players like Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday
- Need to address size issues for future success
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Boston Celtics director of basketball operations Brad Stevens
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Despite losing Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday and Al Horford over the offseason along with Jayson Tatum for most of the year, the Boston Celtics didn't skip a beat this season, winning 56 games and claiming the two seed in the Eastern Conference.
However, that doesn't mean the Celtics can just run things back with a healthy Tatum next year. Their playoff loss to the Philadelphia 76ers exposed their flaws, particularly a lack of size.
They also benefited from a weak Eastern Conference this year and a weak NBA in general, according to Brad Stevens. A staggering 10 teams -- one-third of the NBA -- finished at least 18 games below .500, making it easy for non-tanking teams like Boston to rise to the top and inflate their record.
Q&A
What warning did Brad Stevens give to Celtics fans about next season?
Brad Stevens cautioned that next season will not simply be a repeat of this year, emphasizing the need for improvements.
What flaws were exposed in the Celtics during the playoffs?
The Celtics' playoff loss to the 76ers highlighted their lack of size and other strategic flaws.
How did the Celtics perform this season despite key player losses?
The Celtics won 56 games and secured the two seed in the Eastern Conference, showcasing resilience despite losing key players.
