In the NBA off-season, the Boston Celtics made one of the greatest moves when they added Kristaps Porzingis to their frontcourt. The Celtics now have a bigger, more athletic big man who can spread the floor as well as an added defensive danger inside the paint thanks to his arrival.
With one more roster space available, the Celtics can bring in a vital player who could be essential to their chances of winning the NBA championship in 2023–24. The following free agents are some of the players the Celtics are interested in:
The Boston Celtics front court can be protected by Christian Wood
Sadly, the 27-year-old big man has been without an NBA team since the start of free agency. He recently averaged 16.6 points and 7.3 rebounds per game for the Dallas Mavericks. Christian Wood is a strong alternative for the Celtics to maintain the momentum given the injury history of Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford’s desire to save his legs for more crucial games.
In an 82-game season, they can also maintain the playing time of their senior big men. The Boston Celtics coaching staff is reassured by having Wood on the bench that there is someone they can get to give their opponent’s big players another scoring threat to consider.
Off the bench, Kelly Oubre Jr. can provide the Celtics with a scoring boost
Kelly Oubre Jr. is another outstanding player who is currently looking for a squad to play for in the upcoming season. The 27-year-old used to typically serve as a reserve, and his offensive repertoire can keep rival defenses on the ropes while Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are taking a break.
With the Charlotte Hornets, Oubre had his finest scoring season, averaging 20.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game. The former Kansas Jayhawk could be a terrific value for the veteran minimum and may try to prove himself once more. With the right direction and a coaching staff that believes in him, this 27-year-old wingman could be able to reach his full potential.
