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Mystery Moves, Jayson Tatum’s Return, and Al Horford Reunion? | Boston Celtics Mailbag



Mystery Moves, Jayson Tatum’s Return, and Al Horford Reunion? | Boston Celtics Mailbag

Could Boston Celtics explore options for a “mystery big?” As they prepare for a Jayson Tatum’s potential return—could the roster see a shakeup before the NBA Trade Deadline? Celtics On SI’s John Karalis answers mailbag questions on how Brad Stevens might surprise fans, which under-the-radar centers could be targeted, and the tactical adjustments needed against increasingly physical, handsy defenses. Trade talk heats up, with the potential for the Celtics to join multi-team deals and speculation around names like Santi Aldama and the impact of re-acquiring Al Horford, while Luka Garza’s Al Horford-like impact off the bench draws attention.

Key topics include Jayson Tatum’s recovery timeline, his possible role at the five, and whether Jaylen Brown’s attacking mentality offers lessons for the All-NBA forward. Listeners also get practical insight into playoff preparedness, depth chart questions, and light-hearted takes on New England snowstorm traditions. Get the latest insider analysis on the Boston Celtics’ evolving roster and playoff path.

0:00 Mailbag Intro & Mystery Bigs
6:12 Combating Handsy Defense
11:22 Jayson Tatum Recovery Timeline
16:01 Tatum Learning from Jaylen
18:44 Tatum at Center?
23:43 Al Horford, Garza, & Snow Questions

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16 Comments

  1. @dx-j-xb

    Brainiac Brad always 👀ing the trade deadline developments, but all the rookies growth is a more intriguing Internal Development ☘︎

  2. @iguesss

    If you get Santi Aldama, Tatum would be mad cuz now you’re actually building around a 19 year old 😂

  4. @TheRobversion1

    lol do we want JT injured again by playing the 5? thats a bad idea. theres a reason AD wants to play the 4. we should be putting JT at a position where he has a physical advantage.

    santi would be nice but i'd prefer others who are either cheaper or provide better defensive upside as we already have a defensively mediocre stretch big in garza. santi isnt a massive upgrade or change optionally over garza. i'd rather the 3rd big be someone who can switch and be mobile enough on offense. like the players evan sidery reported the celtics rumoredly inquired about (nic claxton, onyeka okongwu). i'd love timelord back on a buyout.

  5. @bobqzzi

    Tatum's offensive game kinda sucks- bear with me here- he is incredibly talented and so he is obviously very good, but his offense could be way, way better. Shoot fewer 3s,(he shot 10 a game last year which is insane because he's not good at it), jump off two feet at the rim, be a roll man;he could get a foul line jumper any time he wanted. He wants to be Kobe, but he'd be better as Bird.

  9. @PedroPinatian

    Can the Modern Medical Technology like Stem Cell hasten the recovery of the Jason Tatum's injury?
    Would it be natural healing or a gamble using technology?

  10. @KWAPT

    Here come all the GMs😂
    CONGRATS PATS! Super Bowl rematch baby🙏🏻
    Thanks John☘️🔒🐾

  11. @MaShcode

    Tatum Brown Queta Garza is one great front court. White Pritchard Simons a terrific back court. Add their bench depth and a deep playoff run is assured. That said how they bring JT along, without question, should be pursued with an eye toward his long term contribution. The playoffs are grueling.

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