Moving FORWARD: Paul George, Mitchell Robinson fit, Derrick White Bounce-back

Boston Celtics face a new era after the Jaylen Brown trade—can Paul George and Mitchell Robinson fill the void and keep championship hopes alive? Jayson Tatum is expected to shoulder more offensive load and face tougher defenses, while Derrick White’s shooting consistency and Payton Pritchard’s steady ball-handling take on heightened importance. Does the revamped roster improve spacing, speed, and rim protection enough to offset the star power they lost? John Karalis of Celtics On SI explores how the Celtics plan to maximize “possession maxing” with fewer turnovers, more ball movement, and increased contributions from promising young players like Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Neemias Queta. The conversation also spotlights Mitchell Robinson’s defensive presence, the growth of internal development pieces, and why Boston’s role players must step up to close the gap left by Brown’s departure. Will this new formula be enough for the Celtics to remain contenders in the East?