The Celtics face a tougher road this season after last year’s playoff exit, with Jaylen Brown gone and the East heating up. Coach Mazzulla’s proven leadership is key, but questions linger about their offensive reliance on threes and Tatum’s leadership role. Meanwhile, teams like the Knicks, Sixers, Pistons, and Cavs are gaining momentum—with Embiid’s health uncertain, Cunningham rising, and Watson adding firepower. The Raptors could get Kawhi, the Pacers welcome back Haliburton, and the Magic stay playoff contenders. With the Celtics likely settling into a 5th or 6th seed—just enough to avoid the play-in—they’ll battle hard for that spot against rising threats. This isn’t a championship window; it’s a test of resilience in a league that’s catching up fast.

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