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Stan Van Gundy says the Celtics have assembled the best roster he’s ever seen

Stan Van Gundy has watched a lot of NBA basketball during his lifetime.

The 65-year-old former coach and broadcaster began his NBA career as an assistant with the Miami Heat in 1995. He made four different stops as a head coach: Miami, Orlando, Detroit, and New Orleans.

According to The Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn, Van Gundy said he has never seen a roster more talented than the one the Celtics have this season.

“That’s probably the best NBA roster I’ve seen,” Van Gundy said. “All five of their starters are plus defenders.