Keith Smith: The break couldn’t come at a better time for the Celtics. They’ve allowed their season high in points twice in the last three games. The offense goes missing for long stretches and too often turns into three-point attempt after three-point attempt.
The 16 game win streak raised expectations to an unrealistic level for many. The young players regressed, which is normal. Injuries hit, which is a common occurrence in a long season. But because Boston led the Eastern Conference for most of the season, it all feels sort of unacceptable.
Now the Celtics get a chance to reset and figure some things out.