Did the Celtics ever need Kristaps Porzingis? | Who will be the assist leader? – Flashcard Friday

Did the Celtics ever need Kristaps Porzingis? | Who will be the assist leader? – Flashcard Friday

Celtics’ what-ifs and roster moves: A deep dive into Boston’s past and future

John Karalis of Boston Sports Journal and Tom Westerholm explore intriguing Celtics scenarios in a new “Flashcard Friday” episode, from a hypothetical 1994-95 team with Reggie Lewis and Len Bias to next season’s assist leader. The duo analyzes the impact of Kristaps Porzingis, debates the value of second-round picks, and discusses how these factors shape the Boston Celtics’ strategy. Key players like Jaylen Brown, Derrick White, and Joe Mazzulla take center stage as the conversation weaves through potential lineups and coaching decisions.

Tune in for insider perspectives on the Celtics’ roster evolution.

1:30 Intro: Flashcard Friday on Locked on Celtics
3:18 Hypothetical 1994-95 Celtics with Lewis and Bias
9:52 Next season’s assist leader: White or Brown?
15:43 The value of second round draft picks
24:30 Did the Celtics ever really need Kristaps Porzingis?
28:20 Fun questions: Yam Madar and lobster opinions
31:50 Joe Mazzulla’s next wild animal analogy

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Locked On Celtics is a daily Boston Celtics podcast by Boston Sports Journal beat writer John Karalis. It’s an inside look at the C’s from a former professional basketball player who is at practices & games.

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