However, this narrative has now changed.
Having experienced the euphoria of championship celebrations, this team possesses a resilient mindset and unwavering character that endure over time. ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith recently voiced his belief that the Celtics could secure several more championships with their current core.
Smith remarked: “There’s no reason we can’t look at the Celtics & say we expect a couple more titles.”
During the broadcast, Julius Randle, while acknowledging the Celtics’ accomplishments, expressed his hope that the New York Knicks could pose a challenge next season.
Randle stated, “Yeah well I’m not gonna sit here & say I expect a couple more titles. I’m still playing…You gotta give them credit. Next year hopefully we can stop them.”
Stephen A Smith: "There's no reason we can't look at the Celtics & say we expect a couple more titles"
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Julius Randle: "Yeah well I'm not gonna sit here & say I expect a couple more titles. I'm still playing…You gotta give them credit. Next year hopefully we can stop them." pic.twitter.com/hGrwHwiREr
It’s undeniable that the Celtics had a relatively smooth path to the NBA Finals, which might have been different had they faced fully equipped opponents. Nonetheless, their dominance throughout the season, combined with ample resources and assets, ensured their victory over any opposition.
Their previous lack of experience and taste of success has now been supplanted by a championship win, making them an almost unstoppable force going forward.
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