2018-19 NBA Season Preview: Boston Celtics

Opportunities and Threats

Boston Celtics v New York Knicks

Robert Williams projects as a center capable of stretching the floor, although during his time in college he was a dormant 3-point shooter. He already has a workable jumpshot that should only improve under the guidance of NBA-level coaches. This presents the Celtics with an opportunity to stay as a multi-headed monster in the future, and hopefully, they will be able to capitalize on that opportunity.

Daniel Theis was an interesting piece who could've swung the pendulum for the Cs on a couple of occasions in the playoffs this year. It remains to be seen what kind of use he is put to by them.

The major threat to the Celtics' fortunes at this point of the season is the form and fitness of their major pieces. Kyrie Irving has been injury-prone in the past, although he figures to have gotten back to 100%. If they're able to keep their squad fit and firing, they should be clear favourites to win the Eastern Conference.