All I wanted was to keep together the same basic team from last year and run it back. By re-signing Marcus Smart and Aron Baynes and not making any other substantial moves, it appears that the Celtics are doing just that. (Note that it is only mid-July and a lot can change by October)
Let’s take this opportunity to break down the roster (at a high level). I’m ignoring the cap dynamics and luxury tax implications for the moment.
Here’s what I wrote about the starting 5 as the offseason kicked off a month ago:
Offensively, that’s 5 guys that can stretch the floor, 2 are elite level shot creators, 2 are Swiss army knives, and 1 is a relentless bulldog with athleticism to spare.