Refreshingly candid perspective shared by Celtics guard Derrick White on his 2K rating
Boston Celtics Face Challenges in 2022-23 Season
The Boston Celtics are gearing up for a season filled with changes and challenges, following the departure of key players and the injury of star forward Jayson Tatum.
Joe Mazzulla, the Celtics' head coach, finds himself with limited options in the frontcourt this season. With Tatum sidelined due to a torn Achilles, and the trades of Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday, the team's roster lacks depth. The current players expected to take on the frontcourt support roles are Neemias Queta, Luka Garza, Chris Boucher, and Xavier Tillman. Queta and Boucher are likely candidates to start at center.
The Celtics have added to their frontcourt with the offseason signings of Garza and Boucher. There is also speculation that Robert Williams could be acquired via trade to further strengthen the frontcourt.
The absence of Tatum, Holiday, and Porzingis leaves the Celtics with a roster that is not as strong as in previous seasons. This could potentially lead to a disaster in the frontcourt, given the limited options available.
However, the team does have some promising players to rely on. Derrick White, an elite role player in the NBA, is capable of knocking down three pointers with great accuracy. He has improved his ability to make plays off the dribble with the Celtics, and provides elite defense on the other end of the floor. Jaylen Brown will also shoulder a lot of the pressure for the team this season.
Two microwave scorers, Payton Pritchard and Anfernee Simons, are part of the current roster. While they can provide a spark offensively, they don't offer much in terms of defense. It remains unclear how they will be utilized in the Celtics' lineup this season.
The Celtics' strategy for the 2022-2023 season appears to be focused on preparing for Tatum's return in 2026-27. The team's focus this season is likely to be on positioning themselves for a strong comeback once Tatum returns.
In the NBA 2k's upcoming season, Derrick White was rated an 87 overall, while he expressed contentment with his rating. Despite the challenges ahead, the Celtics are determined to make the most of the current season and set themselves up for success in the future.
