Comfortably perched on the roof of the NBA, the Boston Celtics are having a great start to the season. With a Jayson Tatum MVP caliber and all-time offense, the finalists have what it takes to compete. However, one of their key pieces is missing: Robert Williams.
Knee injured from the Finals, the pivot is preparing to play his first game of the 2022-2023 season. He should therefore be back in court this Friday, against the Magic, by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Great news for his team.
The Celtics apparently don’t need Williams to win. Their excellent 22-7 record attests to that. But they should still be even more formidable when completed, with their starting 5 position back.
Last year, Robert Williams was among the best rim protectors in the league. His performances were also rewarded with a selection in the second defensive team at the end of the season. His profile is precious in this team that has been shining in attack since the start of the year.
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At the orders of Joe Mazzulla, Boston has not given up the other side of the field so far. Without its more deterrent infielder, the franchise is already the ninth most effective defense in the NBA, tied with the Suns. Williams’ return portends even better results, a chilling prospect for the competition.
Offensively in particular, the Celtics are on track to dominate the league through the end of the season. Without Williams, but with new signings and a change of manager, the Greens could hardly have dreamed of a better start. So what happens next when everything is finally in order?
