The Boston Celtics are gearing up for a transformative 2025-26 season after clinching the NBA Finals in 2024. The team faces uncertainty as Jayson Tatum is recovering from an Achilles tear, prompting Jaylen Brown to step up as the primary option. Recent trades have seen Jrue Holiday moved to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons, and Kristaps Porzingis dealt to the Atlanta Hawks for Georges Niang, alongside second-round picks. These moves indicate General Manager Brad Stevens is eyeing a bold strategy, including potentially trading up in the upcoming NBA Draft to select promising point guard Kasparas Jakucionis from Illinois, who showcased significant talent during his college tenure.