Are the Celtics Peaking at the Perfect Time? Tatum's MVP Surge, Jrue’s Resurgence & First-Round Matchups
The Boston Celtics are officially in playoff mode — riding an 8-game winning streak and going 23-4 since January 30th — and on this week’s episode of Missing the Point, hosts Rayshawn Buchanan and Dave Clarke ask the question every NBA fan is thinking: Are the Celtics peaking at just the right time?
We dive deep into the Celtics’ recent dominance and break down the biggest storylines heading into the NBA Playoffs. From Jayson Tatum’s MVP-level performance to Kristaps Porzingis’ evolution into the ultimate stretch five, this episode is packed with insight, hot takes, and real analysis for Celtics fans and hoop heads alike.
🟢 Topics this week include:
- The most impressive part of the Celtics’ late-season surge
- Jrue Holiday’s resurgence and how he’s returning to championship form
- Luke Kornet’s surprising value and why he’s a real rotational piece
- Joe Mazzulla’s coaching adjustments and playoff rotation outlook
- Is this the best version of Jayson Tatum we’ve ever seen?
- Why Kristaps Porzingis may be the Celtics’ playoff X-factor
- Who the Celtics should want to face in the first round: Atlanta or Orlando
- Cleveland’s recent slide — should we still fear the Cavaliers?
We also debate who really deserves MVP this season: Jayson Tatum, Nikola Jokić, or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
This is your go-to episode to get hyped for the NBA Playoffs and sharpen your Celtics IQ. Whether you're repping the Garden or tuning in from across the country, this episode delivers everything you need to know about the top team in the East.
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