The Boston Celtics are off to a strong start in the 2023 NBA playoffs, taking a 2-0 lead in their first-round matchup against the Atlanta Hawks (Sports Illustrated). Led by guard Derrick White, who put up a game-high 18 points in the paint in the team’s second game, the Celtics are hoping to continue their momentum (CBS Sports).
Despite a rocky start to the season due to injuries and the suspension and eventual firing of big man Robert Williams III, the Celtics are determined to make it back to the NBA Finals (Yahoo Sports). They will have to continue their dominance over the Hawks, with Game 3 taking place in Atlanta (Oregon Live).
Meanwhile, the team is also looking to bolster their future prospects through the upcoming NBA draft. In a recent mock draft, the Celtics were projected to target a “floor general” type player (Celtics Wire).
Off the court, former Celtics head coach Ime Udoka is garnering attention as a head coaching candidate for other teams (Sports Illustrated). However, the current coaching staff is focused on leading the team to continued success in the playoffs (Celtics Wire).
Overall, the Celtics are in a strong position heading into the rest of the playoffs, with positive news on the health front and a talented roster working together to chase the championship title (Sports Illustrated).
