For all of the internal developments within the Boston Celtics roster last season, shooting was still a significant concern heading into the post-season. Sure, Grant Williams’ evolution into a true deadeye from the corners was a welcomed sight, but if he suddenly began to struggle from the field, there weren’t many other places to look.
Yes, Aaron Nesmith and Sam Hauser were on the roster, but neither of those players projected to be impactful on both ends of the floor, which meant Ime Udoka wouldn’t give them playing time unless his hand had been forced.
Luckily, that problem doesn’t look like it’s going to carry over into next season, as the acquisition of Danilo Gallinari on a two-year contract has plugged that hole.