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The Boston Celtics have a flawless and stacked roster.
Even with Kristaps Porzingis reportedly a protracted layoff, Joe Mazzulla’s staff has every thing they should repeat as NBA champions — together with the boldness of a staff that has already gotten the monkey off its again.
Nonetheless, the New York Knicks made some massive strikes within the offseason, and a few suppose they may be their hardest opponent within the Jap Convention now.
Contemplating that, ESPN pundit — and well-known Knicks fan — Stephen A. Smith requested Celtics star Jaylen Brown if he was fearful in regards to the Knicks (by way of New York Basketball).
Stephen A: “Worried about the Knicks at all?”
Jaylen Brown: “😆…I wouldn’t use the word worried. But Knicks have a good team. I think KAT brings a level of excitement…dynamic offensively, shooting…As well as Mikal…stuff like that…Knicks will be a team to watch this year” pic.twitter.com/jgwipd1n8y
Whereas Brown claimed that he wouldn’t say he’s fearful about them, they positively have an incredible staff.
He believes that including Karl-Anthony Cities provides them a brand new offensive dynamic, whereas Mikal Bridges additionally brings so much to the desk.
The Knicks already appeared like a robust challenger final season earlier than accidents took an enormous toll on them.
They’re now a a lot better staff by most requirements.
They’ll start the season banged up and might want to get some our bodies again on the court docket to be at their greatest, however they need to be one of many prime three or 4 groups within the East on the very least.
The Celtics nonetheless appear to be within the higher tier and must be the staff to beat in the complete Affiliation.
Nonetheless, we’ve seen how tough it’s to win back-to-back championships, which is one thing that hasn’t been performed because the 2018 Golden State Warriors.
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