With a $12 million team option for the Boston Celtics with Amir Johnson, they need to evaluate whether or not they are better off parting ways with one of the most reliable pieces of their front court from last season. The bottom line is that Johnson did nothing to suggest that the Celtics should resign him beyond the initial two year contract, and if he is not a part of their long term plans, they are better off using that extra money and roster space elsewhere this offseason.
Going in another direction, away from Johnson, is more about where the Celtics are right now than a condemnation of Johnson’s play this season.