Boston fell 104-103 in Game 3 of the 2020 Eastern Conference Semifinals as OG Anunoby nailed a full-court three off a Kyle Lowry feed, preserving Toronto’s edge in a series the Celtics had begun 2-0. Kemba Walker led Boston with 29, while Jaylen Brown added 19 and 12 boards and Jayson Tatum contributed 15, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Brad Stevens called the loss a sting, but praised the fight as Boston prepared for the next game. The piece also memorializes Woody Sauldsberry, notes the Tremont Street subway extension era, and traces roster moves—Juancho Hernangomez to Spurs in a deal that brought Bol Bol and PJ Dozier back to Boston—highlighting the Celtics’ evolving dynasty arc and the cinematic Hustle connection when Hernangomez later rose to prominence.

Kuminga's holdout keeps the Warriors anchored to a cap-crossroad as training camp looms. He faces two paths: a one-year, $7.9M qualifying offer to hit free agency sooner, or a two-year, $45M deal that meaningfully raises this season's pay but boosts trade risk. Golden State has not pursued sign-and-trade with Sacramento or Phoenix, narrowing options. Until resolved, cap space blocks other moves, delaying veterans like Al Horford and De'Anthony Melton and shaping this season's rotation and long-term plan.

Jayson Tatum’s Achilles rehab shakes Boston’s scoring landscape for 2025-26. With him out, Brown or White could lead the Celtics, but Payton Pritchard or Anfernee Simons (if he joins Boston) might surge for the top spot. Neemias Queta’s rising role adds a frontcourt wrinkle. The Green With Envy breakdown sharpens the fantasy angles, outlining realistic paths, minute scenarios, and lineup puzzles for early-season rosters.

Fantasy-wise, focus on usage, pace, and shot balance as Boston navigates without Tatum. Be ready to pivot if Simons lands in Boston or if Neemias carves out steady minutes, altering who carries the scoring load in the short term and beyond.

Neemias Queta could push into Boston's starting five at center in 2025-26 as Horford departs and Kornet signs elsewhere. Porzingis’ praise after Queta’s EuroBasket showing—16 points, 7 rebounds in 19 minutes—signals trust and a real path to more minutes if Queta earns the job.

Luka Garza is another contender for minutes, and Porzingis’ remarks hint Queta remains the favorite. Boston’s depth chart drama suggests a fantasy sleeper, with Queta’s per-minute upside rising if he lands the opening role, especially in dynasty formats where long-term value matters.

Queta’s trajectory aligns with a Celtics’ push to develop youth while balancing experience. For fantasy managers, he’s a late-round lottery ticket with breakout potential if handed a starting workload, potentially elevating his DFS and roto value in the early season.