The Boston Celtics’ sterling 11-2 record to open this season isn’t a product of everything going right for the team to start the season. Much to the contrary, they’ve actually overcome quite a bit of adversity through their first 13 games. They’ve struggled with injuries across the roster, overcome slow starts from key players, and haven’t necessarily seemed to lock down a reliable rotation just yet. For those who followed the 2017-18 “Hospital Celtics,” things might be starting to feel a little familiar.
While the Celtics’ starting lineup has continuously excelled, they’ve also been buoyed by standout performances from their depth, whether it’s Carsen Edwards’ fearless gunslinging, Robert Williams’ frenetic presence in the paint, or Grant Williams’ all-around versatility.