Beijing time on July 2, Celtics and Pacers completed the transaction. They sent Daniel Theis , Aaron Nesmith, Nick Stauskas , Malik Fetters, Juwan Morgan and a 2023 first-round pick were exchanged for Brogdon, who averaged 19.1 points, 5.1 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game last season. This deal, for Kyle It's a big win for the special teams.
Among the five players sent by the Celtics, except for Theis , the other players are not in the rotation. Even Theis did not have many opportunities to play in the playoffs. The first-round pick sent out also protects the top 12 picks.
On the other hand, Brogdon has fully proven his strength whether he played for the Bucks or Pacers, and his arrival can continue to strengthen the Celtics' back line. Especially on the offensive end, Brogdon's help to the team is likely to be more than Smart and Derrick White.
After trading Brogdon, the Celtics' reinforcements will not stop. According to reports, Gallinari, who has been bought out by the Spurs, may also join the Kyles for $13 million in two years. The arrival of the special team, the "Italian Cannon", will also enhance the team's bench depth.
Judging from the current situation, the Celtics still plan to build a team around the two top picks, and are unlikely to trade for Durant . This method of gradually strengthening the lineup is indeed more practical. safe.
After the transaction, the Celtics' strength has improved compared to last season, and the biggest hidden danger that may affect their road to the championship may be the health of the players. After all, Brogdon's attendance rate in the past two seasons has not been high, and Lowe is also returning from surgery in the playoffs this year. How to keep players healthy during the long season is what the Celtics need to pay most attention to.
