Sam Hauser is the unsung hero who can save Celtics from disaster

Cleveland Cavaliers v Boston Celtics | Brian Fluharty/GettyImagesThe Boston Celtics don't seem to mind that they rank among the least efficient three-point shooting teams in the NBA. A proven juggernaut from beyond the arc, Boston is attempting to overcome the loss of five key players by playing the way that worked when they were present.

If the Celtics are going to avoid the disaster that could result from such a polarizing approach, then unsung hero Sam Hauser will need to continue saving them.

Boston currently ranks No. 1 in the NBA in three-point field goal attempts per game—much as it did in 2023-24 and 2024-25. It's fallen no lower than No. 2 in that regard during any of Joe Mazzulla's…