The buzz is real, folks! The Boston Celtics are the talk of the town, and it looks like they’re ready to run it back this season.
Boston’s Big Green Dream
So, here’s the scoop: according to the latest NBA GM survey, the Celtics are the overwhelming favorites to snag the championship trophy again. A whopping 83% of those basketball brainiacs picked Boston to take it all in 2024-25. That’s some serious love! If they pull it off, they’ll be the first team to repeat since the Warriors did their thing in 2017 and 2018. And let’s not forget the Lakers and Heat, who also pulled off the back-to-back magic this century. But hey, Boston’s got their eyes on the prize.
Tatum Takes the Crown
Now, let’s talk about Jayson Tatum. This guy’s got the swagger and the skills, and the GMs agree. For the second year running, Tatum’s been crowned the best small forward in the league. Luka, KD, and LeBron tied for second, but Tatum’s the man right now. In my opinion, he’s just getting started. And speaking of defense, Jrue Holiday’s got that perimeter lockdown title with 43% of the vote. He’s out here making life tough for the likes of Alex Caruso and Herb Jones. Who doesn’t love a good defensive showdown?
East Coast Beast
Boston’s not just aiming for the top spot in the leagueโthey’re gunning for the Eastern Conference crown too. A staggering 97% of the survey’s respondents think they’ll clinch the No. 1 seed. The Knicks, Sixers, and Cavs are in the mix, but Boston’s looking like the team to beat. Last year, over half the GMs were already betting on the Celtics to take the East. Looks like they’ve only gotten more confident. I mean, who wouldn’t be with a lineup like that?
Who’s Got Next?
But hold up, there’s more drama in the West. The Thunder got 13% of the vote, and the Mavericks snagged a single nod. It’s like a wild game of musical chairs over there. Speaking of surprises, did you catch that wild Curry rumor? Anyway, the GMs had to answer 50 questions about teams, players, coaches, and offseason moves. And no, they couldn’t vote for their own squads. That’s like picking your favorite kidโimpossible, right?
So, what do you think? Will the Celtics really dominate the league this year, or is there a dark horse ready to steal the spotlight?
