Man, I’m fired up about this whole three-point debate surrounding the Celtics. It’s time to set the record straight and dive into what’s really going on with our offense.
Here’s the deal: the Celtics aren’t out there hunting three-pointers. When they do, that’s when they get into trouble. Same goes for when they’re solely focused on getting to the rim. The beauty of the Celtics’ offense is in its read-and-react nature.
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are absolute monsters when it comes to getting into the paint and drawing multiple defenders. When that happens, they’re smart enough to kick it out to open shooters like Jrue Holiday or Derrick White. It’s all about making the right read.
Against the Nuggets, we saw this strategy in full effect. With Aaron Gordon and Nikola Jokić out, the Celtics recognized the opportunity to attack the rim. It wasn’t about forcing a particular shot – it was about reading the defense and making the smart play.
The Irony of the Three-Point Debate
Here’s where it gets funny. The Celtics beat the Nuggets, a team known for their inside scoring, by outscoring them in the paint. Talk about irony! But this just proves my point – our offense isn’t one-dimensional. We adapt based on what the defense gives us.
I’m honestly tired of the three-point shot being dragged into every conversation about basketball. People are missing the bigger picture. The game has evolved, and with it, so has the strategy. The Celtics aren’t just jacking up threes for the hell of it. They’re running a sophisticated offense that maximizes their weapons.
Look, I grew up watching Kevin McHale in the post. I get the nostalgia for old-school basketball. But the game changes, and right now, we’re witnessing some of the smartest, most fluid basketball ever played. The players process the game at a level we’ve never seen before.
So next time you watch a Celtics game, don’t just focus on the three-pointers. Watch the ball movement, the screens, the reads, and the passes that lead to those shots. That’s where the real beauty of our offense lies.
For more insights and a deeper dive into the Celtics’ offensive strategy, tune into the Locked On Celtics podcast for this and much more.
Other Topics in Today’s Locked On Celtics Podcast:
• The Celtics’ 3-1 road trip and reasons for optimism
• Kristaps Porzingis’ comments on the team’s potential
• Joe Mazzulla’s perspective on the team’s mindset
