Basketball

How the Celtics Can Win the NBA Finals Next Season

 

The Boston Celtics came out of a competitive Eastern Conference to reach the NBA Finals this year, with a young but at the same time experience core, led by Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart and with the returns of Al Horford and Daniel Theis solidifying their frontcourt.

The Celtics were favored to win the Finals over the Warriors after beating them in Game 1 but they fell short. That said, the odds they were given reflect how many perceive that the Celtics are title contenders for years to come

Heading into the offseason all teams need to regroup and adjust, even the Warriors. The Celtics have to tinker and retool around their core to make sure they can run it back, reach the NBA Finals and win them. Read on for what they have to do.

Acquire a Player Who Takes Care of the Ball

Marcus Smart is the Celtics’ heart and soul on the court, he has infectious energy and his tenacity is why he’s the best defender in the league, validated by his Defensive Player of the Year award this year but that hustle and energy can also be a double-edged sword and he can reckless sometimes. It’s safe to say that turnovers plagued the Celtics against the Warriors and they clearly need someone who can be a playmaker and not turn the ball over often.

The C’s tried to address this issue in recent years, first with Kyrie Irving and Kemba Walker but both moves didn’t work out so well and then with the Derrick White trade this season. While White had his moments, he is a scorer more than a distributor.

This issue is not just Smart’s fault. Jayson Tatum (4.2) and Jaylen Brown (3.1) averaged more turnovers per game than Smart did (2.5) but this proves that the Celtics need someone who can run the offense effectively, especially against teams like the Warriors who thrive on the mistakes of their opponents.

The Celtics recklessly gave away at least two NBA Finals games because of their own unforced errors. Of course, Smart, Tatum and Brown have to cut down on their turnovers but adding an efficient ball-handler to run the offense would do wonders for them and take some pressure off their Big Three.

 

 

 

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Champions League, World Cup and many more.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

NBA: Warriors’ De’Anthony Melton to Miss Season with Knee Surgery

Golden State Warriors guard De’Anthony Melton will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a partially torn… Read More

November 21, 2024

Juan Mata Becomes First Active International Footballer to Join MLS Ownership with San Diego FC

World Cup-winning Spanish footballer Juan Mata has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer’s… Read More

November 21, 2024

Millot may join PSG as French champions react to Yamal link

Since joining VfB Stuttgart from AS Monaco at a young age, Enzo Millot has thrived… Read More

November 21, 2024

Top three talking points for Premier League’s return

With the final international break of 2024 done and dusted, league football can resume across… Read More

November 21, 2024

PGA Tour introduces new changes ahead for 2026

The PGA Tour has announced significant changes to its eligibility criteria and tournament structures, set… Read More

November 21, 2024

Barcelona to endure lengthy Yamal absence

Spanish La Liga club Barcelona may have to endure a lengthy absence for Spanish winger… Read More

November 21, 2024