With a sizeable lead atop the Eastern Conference standings and a 10th consecutive playoff appearance clinched, the Celtics have answered nearly every question about how their pieces fit together.
Kristaps Porzingis has added a new dimension to the offense with his ability to score in the post and knock down outside shots. Jrue Holiday has paired well with Derrick White, forming one of the best defensive backcourts in the NBA. The Celtics bench, led by Al Horford, Payton Pritchard, and Sam Hauser, has raised its collective game.
However, one big question remains in the minds of Celtics fans: Is this the year that Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown make the leap and lead the Celtics to a much-anticipated 18th NBA title?