Brad Stevens looks absolutely genius for moves every Celtics fan mocked

Boston Celtics, Brad Stevens | Michael Reaves/GettyImagesThe Boston Celtics are surprise contenders after dumping Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, and Al Horford in the offseason. Fans were upset and mocked Brad Stevens' choice to trim payroll. It was bold to send three key pieces of their championship roster packing, but it was the right move.

Holiday was playing well, but only appeared in 12 games before being sidelined with a calf injury. He said there are no hard feelings after the Anfernee Simons trade and hasn't suited up since Nov. 14. KP has only played 16 contests, and his minutes are way down as his illness appears to have returned. Horford’s minutes are also down as the…