(L-R) Jaylen Brown #7, Xavier Tillman #26 and Oshae Brissett #12 of the Boston Celtics
In a spectacular display of dominance, the Boston Celtics crushed the competition in the Eastern Conference playoffs, losing only two games in the first three rounds. This momentum carried them to the NBA Finals, where they faced Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Despite a blowout loss in Game 4, the Celtics ultimately triumphed over the Mavericks with relative ease, securing their 18th NBA title and breaking the tie with their arch-rivals, the Los Angeles Lakers, for the most championships in league history.
With the championship victory still fresh, the Celtics’ focus quickly shifts to maintaining their momentum for the coming years. General Manager Brad Stevens and his team are preparing for the 2024 NBA Draft, followed by the onset of free agency. The Celtics boast one of the league’s best rosters, featuring prolific scorers like Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, and elite defenders such as Jrue Holiday and Derrick White. However, preserving their depth remains a critical task, especially following recent developments.
According to Keith Smith of Spotrac, via Evan Sidery of Forbes, Oshae Brissett has declined his $2.5 million player option, aiming to secure a long-term deal this summer. While Brissett is not a cornerstone player for the Celtics, his departure could still impact the team’s depth. In his 55 games with Boston, Brissett averaged 3.7 points and 2.9 rebounds per game, shooting 44.4% from the field and 27.3% from three-point range.
Oshae Brissett has declined his $2.5 million player option with the Celtics, per @KeithSmithNBA.
Brissett will receive interest from contending teams in need of additional wing depth. pic.twitter.com/Xw5rqWf2s3
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) June 23, 2024
Given Brissett’s modest contributions, the Celtics might prioritize other options in free agency to strengthen their roster further. As they navigate the offseason, the franchise remains focused on sustaining their championship form and building a team capable of continued dominance in the NBA.
The Boston Celtics’ record-breaking 18th title not only cements their legacy as the most successful franchise in NBA history but also sets the stage for what could be an era of sustained excellence. With strategic decisions in the upcoming draft and free agency, the Celtics aim to remain at the pinnacle of the league for years to come.
