The Boston Celtics may be able to enlist the help of an old acquaintance in their pursuit of Banner 18.
The C’s are interested in getting back together with their former big man Kelly Olynyk, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. The 32-year-old, who currently plays for the Utah Jazz under former Celtics president Danny Ainge, spent his first four NBA seasons with Boston (2013–17).
After 28 games this season, Olynyk is averaging 7.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 41.8 percent from three-point range. Behind the frequently injured Kristaps Porzingis and 37-year-old Al Horford, he would provide the Celtics with much-needed depth in the frontcourt.
But the rise of big man Kristaps Porzingis might persuade Brad Stevens and company to take a pass. Due to Luke Kornet’s injury, Queta has recently benefited from more playing time, recording two double-doubles in his last three games.
On paper, a reunion including Olynyk makes sense, but the veteran 7-footer is due $12.2 million this season. Due to their limited resources, the Celtics would have to give up another important bench player if they were to trade for him.
Stevens and the Celtics have plenty of time to decide how to best utilize their personnel going forward. February 8 is more than a month away from the NBA trade deadline.
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Motivation might vary greatly amongst people. While some people require a spark to start going, others are more reserved and would rather concentrate on working quietly and efficiently. But if Adebayo is correct, Haslem tried to ignite a fire under the Heat before a game against the Celtics.
How fortunate we were to have advanced to the Eastern Conference Finals. We were eligible to play in the regular season match. It doesn’t matter. You understand how he feels about it because we’re playing Boston,” the large man said.
“Well, dog, we’re in the huddle when Cap enters and gives his pregame address. Thus, while we were at home at the time, you know, they retired like Bill Russell’s
Apparently, Haslem found that to be too much to bear.
“This man is crazy,” Adebayo said. “‘Fuck this, fuck them.'” He concluded his pregame remarks by saying, “F*** Bill Russell, too.” “Bro, this man is dead, OG,” I exclaimed.
Haslem, who had been interjecting to inquire as to whether anyone has ever seen a Heat jersey hanging in the Celtics’ rafters, then chimed in to offer his version of events.
The veteran stated, “I had to apologize for that.” “I cherish Bill. I mean no offense to Bill. I cherish Bill. He recently captured that stray.”
