Mailbag: Ron Harper Jr's role, Brown vs. Kawhi trade, Why C's are the GOAT
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Jaylen Brown trade package sparks debate: did the Boston Celtics outmaneuver the Clippers’ historic Kawhi Leonard deal? Paul George’s fit, Brandon Ingram’s value, and the long-term impact of future first-round picks are scrutinized as both teams’ strategies come under the microscope. Is tanking evolving under the new NBA playoff structure, and could the league clamp down on teams angling for draft position?
John Karalis of Celtics On SI answers your burning mailbag questions, dissecting Ron Harper Jr.’s potential as a Derrick White backup, realistic expectations for Paul George and Mitchell Robinson, and why the Boston Celtics are the GOAT NBA franchise. Plus, college allegiances collide as Villanova grads wrestle with rooting for the Knicks, and John shares a heartfelt tribute to his father’s enduring influence. Don’t miss this mix of Celtics insight, NBA analysis, and personal reflection.
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