How did Boston Celtics Defense & Rebounding Get SO GOOD?

Boston Celtics flip their biggest weaknesses into strengths as Joe Mazzulla emerges as the clear Coach of the Year front-runner. Can the Celtics sustain elite defense and rebounding to make a championship push? John Karalis of Celtics On SI and Tom Westerholm of Boston.com break down the team’s surprising rise, spotlighting Derrick White’s All-Defensive caliber, Jaylen Brown’s increased rebounding, and the unexpected impact of Neemias Queta, Baylor Scheierman, and Nikola Vucevic. The conversation explores how Celtics culture, continuity, and adult leadership have silenced doubts, with insights on defensive rating surges, rebounding dominance, and how rotational flexibility gives Boston no clear weaknesses. Is roster depth the secret weapon against NBA rivals?