Buyout/Free Agent Thread, 2023-24
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I certainly wouldn't hate it if we scoop up Kispert tomorrow.
He had 23 points tonight against possibly the hottest team in the NBA.
HIs last 4 games: 23 points, 15 points, 26 points, 16 points..and that's coming off the bench!
1:25 impressive movement shooting here
1:43 nice drive and finish in the lane
2:42 smooth catch and shoot 3. Looks like prime Danny Green on this play
3:08 this dude can SHOOT
7:20 LOVE this play. Takes it strong to the rim, met by a help defender (Evan Mobley, an all-NBA caliber defender), takes the contact from Mobley, finishes through the contact for the and-1
7:54 decent job defensively to close out and contain the drive
He had 23 points tonight against possibly the hottest team in the NBA.
HIs last 4 games: 23 points, 15 points, 26 points, 16 points..and that's coming off the bench!
1:25 impressive movement shooting here
1:43 nice drive and finish in the lane
2:42 smooth catch and shoot 3. Looks like prime Danny Green on this play
3:08 this dude can SHOOT
7:20 LOVE this play. Takes it strong to the rim, met by a help defender (Evan Mobley, an all-NBA caliber defender), takes the contact from Mobley, finishes through the contact for the and-1
7:54 decent job defensively to close out and contain the drive
Nothing wrong with having a different opinion - as long as it's done respectfully. It'd be lame if we all agreed on everything 
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If we don't or unable to trade for a BIG DEFENSIVE GUARD, we can just go the GATTACA route for Pritchard. He'll have those legs ready in time for the playoffs.


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Hal14 wrote:I certainly wouldn't hate it if we scoop up Kispert tomorrow.
He had 23 points tonight against possibly the hottest team in the NBA.
HIs last 4 games: 23 points, 15 points, 26 points, 16 points..and that's coming off the bench!
1:25 impressive movement shooting here
1:43 nice drive and finish in the lane
2:42 smooth catch and shoot 3. Looks like prime Danny Green on this play
3:08 this dude can SHOOT
7:20 LOVE this play. Takes it strong to the rim, met by a help defender (Evan Mobley, an all-NBA caliber defender), takes the contact from Mobley, finishes through the contact for the and-1
7:54 decent job defensively to close out and contain the drive
Been my number 1 all along. Come on Brad!
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I was looking at Kispert too. Would love a wing.
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Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
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Did we get Jokic yet ? Brad asleep at the wheel 

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zoyathedestroya wrote:If we don't or unable to trade for a BIG DEFENSIVE GUARD, we can just go the GATTACA route for Pritchard. He'll have those legs ready in time for the playoffs.
lol PP isn't sniffing that playoff rotation unless its a blowout on our end . Brads not done yet
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Fierce1 wrote:Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
Yea but I dont see a reason why Bulls would sell him now for what we can give em.
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Celts17Pride wrote:Dogen wrote:Saddiq making his case in the garden tonight.
Problem is he doesn’t do it in the other 29 arenas
If the Celtics get home court he doesn't have to...
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jirrit wrote:Fierce1 wrote:Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
Yea but I dont see a reason why Bulls would sell him now for what we can give em.
True.
Does not hurt the Cs at all if they don't get Caruso.
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Fierce1 wrote:Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
Great idea, surprised no one has mentioned it
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Celts17Pride wrote:Fierce1 wrote:Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
Great idea, surprised no one has mentioned it
I'm late to the party because I was thinking the Cs could only make 1 move.
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We need to upgrade our bench
Just a Fan From Toronto Canada who Loves the Boston Celtics & Toronto Raptors!


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165bows wrote:What exactly happened to Tillman’s finishing this year? Went from mediocre to basement, not sure if that’s a team thing or individual performance or…
He's not a shot creator. Memphis is really bad this year. Not the best combo. I'd imagine his finishing numbers will improve in Boston by osmosis. Defensively, he's tough as nails. He will pick up on the schemes quickly.
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Fierce1 wrote:Celts17Pride wrote:Fierce1 wrote:Now that the Cs have the big body that the Celtics need, I think getting Caruso should be explored.
Great idea, surprised no one has mentioned it
I'm late to the party because I was thinking the Cs could only make 1 move.
The starting point is going to be Pritchard & 2 first round picks. Caruso will not come cheap. I'd do it because he's under contract for next season as well. Boston could hypothetically win the ship this season and return their entire core which is super rare. 6'5 and defensively he's a major difference maker. It would be ridiculous to have Jrue/White AND Caruso as the guard unit. Tatum/Brown/Hauser/OB on the wing. KP/AH/X/Kornet up front. Just an incredible roster. Incredible even without Caruso and keeping Pritchard. My only concern is how much can Pritchard actually help in a tough playoff series against the top dogs. Probably, not much.
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I'd also do something like Svi & 2nd rd pick for Dunn.
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Is Brad sleeping in today? Wake up Brad!!!, get some coffee and get Caruso!!!
Jordan Walsh > Lonnie Walker and Charles Bassey
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ddb wrote:I'd also do something like Svi & 2nd rd pick for Dunn.
Yeah that would be really solid as well. So that and we are set.
Jordan Walsh > Lonnie Walker and Charles Bassey
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ddb wrote:Fierce1 wrote:Celts17Pride wrote:Great idea, surprised no one has mentioned it
I'm late to the party because I was thinking the Cs could only make 1 move.
The starting point is going to be Pritchard & 2 first round picks. Caruso will not come cheap. I'd do it because he's under contract for next season as well. Boston could hypothetically win the ship this season and return their entire core which is super rare. 6'5 and defensively he's a major difference maker. It would be ridiculous to have Jrue/White AND Caruso as the guard unit. Tatum/Brown/Hauser/OB on the wing. KP/AH/X/Kornet up front. Just an incredible roster. Incredible even without Caruso and keeping Pritchard. My only concern is how much can Pritchard actually help in a tough playoff series against the top dogs. Probably, not much.
Caruso would be the icing on the cake.
Guards would have nightmares playing Boston it would push us above everyone in the league.






