We’re barely into December, so it’s nonetheless very early to have this dialogue, however I determine why not?
The Celtics are in a tier of their very own, whatever the Cavs present report. The defending champs don’t have anything left to show however are out to show all the things. If the NBA neighborhood retains disrespecting them, they’re simply going to maintain dominating. Their solely hope is to lull them right into a state of complacency by giving all of them the accolades that they deserve (after which some).
So let’s discuss concerning the All Star sport. What number of All Stars do you suppose the Celtics can get this yr?
Jayson Tatum goes to be a starter. No query.
Jalyen Brown is at the least going to be a reserve.
Past that it will get fascinating.
Permit me to be the most recent to make the case that Derrick White needs to be an All Star. He’s already averaging over 18 factors (41.9% from 3), 4.7 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and an unbelievable 1.1 blocks per sport. And I don’t suppose he’s even taking part in on the prime of his sport but. Add within the elite throughout defensive chops and I don’t see how he will get left off the All Star staff (not that protection is basically valued for the ASG, however that’s one other matter). He’s already a Gold Medal winner. Give this man his All Star jersey.
Past Derrick, can we squeeze in one other? Can we make a Noa Dalzell sort prediction for Payton Pritchard? He’s already the front-runner for sixth Man of the Yr. Can he make a legit run on the ASG? If you happen to go primarily based on PPG, he’s acquired a number of gamers to go within the East. However he’s additionally an elite 3 level shooter on excessive quantity (in a league that’s more and more dominated by capturing).
Past PP, I’m undecided if there’s a case. Porzingis has missed an excessive amount of time. Jrue is a famous person position participant however he’s not going to place up the stats (and that’s completely tremendous!). Horford is a 6’9” Yoda with a jumpshot, however he’s selecting his spots (and that’s completely tremendous!).
Aspect be aware: Mazzulla couldn’t be the coach of the ASG final yr as a result of the identical coach can’t do it 2 years in a row. However (right me if I’m fallacious) I feel he could be eligible this yr if the Celtics go the Cavs within the standings.
So let me put it to you. What number of All Stars do you suppose the Celtics are getting this yr? Be at liberty to listing out the anticipated rosters. (I’d be tremendous with the Celtics rotation guys, Giannis, and possibly Donovan Mitchell, however I’m a little bit of a homer)
