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Celtics' Offseason Over: Preseason Win Fuels Green Optimism
10 Oct
Summary
- Celtics secured a preseason win against the Cavaliers without key players.
- Team dominated rebounding and possessions despite inefficient shooting.
- Bench players, including Baylor Scheierman, showed promising performances.
The longest offseason in a decade concluded with the Celtics securing a preseason victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The team achieved this win despite resting eight rotation players, while Cleveland played most of their roster. Boston's control over the game was evident through a dominant rebounding advantage and superior possession battle, outshooting the Cavaliers 99-92 in field goal attempts.
This systematic approach to controlling possessions and winning the rebounding war, notably 56-39 without key bigs, highlights the team's established identity. The supporting cast also impressed, with Baylor Scheierman leading the charge with 15 points, five rebounds, and three assists, including four three-pointers. Hugo Gonzalez and Jordan Walsh also had notable moments, contributing to the perceived strength of the bench platoon.
Even players not officially on the roster, like Devin Carter, made a significant impact, showcasing skills that could translate to a spark off the bench. The Celtics' preseason opener suggests their system is effective and their roster possesses the necessary depth to manage player rest effectively, especially with the season opener still 11 days away.
