For most of the 2020-2021 season, the Celtics’ inconsistency and lackluster performance were usually chalked up to COVID, health, and the truncated schedule coming off an extended playoff run in the bubble. Add some locker room dysfunction.
According to former CelticsBlogger and The Athletic’s Jared Weiss, Boston had its share of internal strife centering around then head coach Brad Stevens and Kemba Walker:
“While Walker’s struggles might have made him seem like a disappointment relative to his role and salary, he was still good last season. He is well-liked, known for his geniality and positivity.