{"id":57503,"date":"2023-10-25T19:27:36","date_gmt":"2023-10-25T23:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=57503"},"modified":"2026-04-22T17:13:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T21:13:09","slug":"four-burning-questions-celtics-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2023\/10\/25\/four-burning-questions-celtics-season\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Burning Questions Ahead of the Boston Celtics’ Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the Boston Celtics’ season tips off tonight, there are tons of expectations and excitement<\/a> surrounding the team. Now is the perfect time to review some burning questions about their season. The answers to these questions are something to follow throughout the season and will influence the Celtics’ success.<\/p>\n

4 Burning Questions Ahead of the Boston Celtics’ Season<\/h2>\n

Will the Celtics’ Big Man Depth Be Enough?<\/h3>\n

After trading Robert Williams<\/a><\/strong> to acquire<\/a> Jrue Holiday<\/a><\/strong>, the Celtics have a noticeable hole in their big-man depth. The newly acquired Kristaps Porzingis<\/a><\/strong> is an All-Star-level player but has significant injury concerns. At the same time, Al Horford<\/a><\/strong> is 37 years old and looking for a lesser role. As a result, Boston will depend on Luke Kornet<\/a><\/strong> and Neemias Queta<\/a><\/strong> for quality bench minutes. Alternatively, the Celtics could go with more small-ball lineups off the bench. This bench depth and interior presence will be significant for the Celtics if they face off against the super-sized Milwaukee Bucks. Ultimately, Porzingis\u2019 health and figuring out big rotation will be central to Boston\u2019s success.<\/p>\n

Which New Celtic Will Be More Impactful: Kristaps Porzingis or Jrue Holiday?<\/h3>\n

The Celtics’ two major offseason acquisitions, Porzingis and Holiday, project to fit like a glove<\/a> next to their established core, especially co-stars Jayson Tatum<\/a><\/strong> and Jaylen Brown<\/a><\/strong>. Furthermore, the two players serve vital roles for the Celtics. Porzingis helps Boston double down on their elite three-point shooting ability while giving them a switchable rim protector on defense. Holiday provides the Celtics with a much-needed steady ball-handler and playmaker. He also further strengthens the Celtics’ elite perimeter defense. However, it\u2019s unclear which player will be more impactful and integral to Boston\u2019s success. While I believe Porzingis filled more of a need, Holiday’s value will shine more. Holiday is the more consistent and proven player with a desired skill set next to the Celtics’ core. As a result, I view him as a safer bet to have a bigger impact this season.<\/p>\n