Boston Celtics remain top-five team in Eastern Conference predictions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Boston Celtics are projected as a top-five team in the NBA's Eastern Conference for the upcoming 2026-27 season, despite the recent trade of Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and draft picks. This assessment comes from the "Celtics Talk" podcast, which analyzed the team's prospects following the significant roster change. Discussion surrounds whether the Celtics can secure a home court advantage in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, showcasing diverse opinions on their potential. The podcast hosts Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles provide insight into Boston's standing in the current NBA.
- •Celtics are viewed as a top-five team in the East for 2026-27.
- •Jaylen Brown was traded to the 76ers for Paul George.
- •Podcast analysis highlights Boston's potential playoff positioning.
- •Chris Forsberg and Tom Giles discuss the Celtics' future.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Formidable Boston Celtics are still a top-five team in the NBA's East
"Is this cope in the wake of the trade of Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George? Or is there a realistic argument here?
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