The playoffs are here, and the Boston Celtics are a little short-handed. What does Jaylen Brown’s absence mean for the team?
Simply, next man up.
That’s vital for the Celtics’ frontcourt, as Rob Williams is banged up and might be somewhat limited in the series. That would leave Tristan Thompson as the only big with major minutes through the regular season to combat the Brooklyn Nets.
Understanding what Brad Stevens does at the 5 is to understand the circumstances surrounding this series. The Nets have been playing Blake Griffin and Jeff Green, savvy NBA veterans who have lost a half-step at the 5 to create a hyper-skilled offensive lineup.