The Boston Celtics are resting key players like Jalen Brown and possibly Jason Tatum to ensure they are healthy for the playoffs. Despite missing stars, the team has enough depth, with players like Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, and Derrick White, to stay competitive.
The Boston Celtics are taking a strategic approach in managing their roster as they prepare for the playoffs, per Locked on Celtics podcast.
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With 14 remaining in the regular season, the team is focused on ensuring that their key players are rested and ready for a deep postseason run.
Jalen Brown has already been ruled out for an upcoming game against the Brooklyn Nets, and Jason Tatum is listed as questionable.
While this may be disappointing for fans, especially those with tickets to the game, the priority for the Celtics is to keep their stars healthy and fresh for the playoff push.
The Celtics have some time off between games, providing players like Jalen Brown with an opportunity to recover. If Tatum sits out, it will give him several days of rest, which is crucial for maintaining his energy heading into the postseason.
Even without their two All-Stars, the Celtics have plenty of talent on the floor. Players like Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford, and Derrick White will step up to keep the team competitive.
With the second seed in the Eastern Conference essentially locked in with a record of 49-19, the Celtics are treating the remaining 14 games as a "preseason" for the playoffs.
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