Anthony explains the shift from starter to bench, shedding years of routine and rediscovering pace in limited minutes. The Celtics’ aggressive defense lifts his game, nudging his ceiling higher as he learns to impact both ends in a new role.

Off-court work with Joe Mazzulla and growing combinations with Payton Pritchard sharpen spacing and rotation reads. A playoff night versus Orlando crystallizes how rhythm and lineups shape late-game decisions, while a focus on boxing out anchors the team’s tangible progress.

Reading the floor with two deep guards and embracing the defensive standard keep him in the mix for fantasy upside, especially as he hones communication, execution, and timely aggression.