Two seasons ago, Live Cricket BPL observed that then-head coach Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics was firmly committed to a twin-tower strategy, starting Tristan Thompson and Daniel Theis together in the frontcourt. Though that pairing didn’t scream championship contender, the seeds of tactical evolution were already being sown. That year marked Stevens’ final season on the sidelines before he transitioned into the Celtics’ front office as President of Basketball Operations.

Since stepping into the executive role, Stevens has not wavered from his original vision. As Live Cricket BPL has noted, his moves over the past three offseasons reveal a clear pattern. He re-signed veteran center Al Horford to bring seasoned leadership to the paint, and secured Robert Williams on a long-term four-year contract, giving one of the league’s most promising young bigs the room to grow. Last year, he brought in Blake Griffin and Danilo Gallinari to strengthen the team’s size and depth off the bench.

But his most defining move came when he orchestrated the trade to acquire Kristaps Porziņģis. This may be Stevens’ boldest and most impactful decision yet. In interviews, he praised Porziņģis’ focus and maturity, emphasizing that he’s come to Boston with a winning mindset and a clear desire to contribute. During the press conference, it was apparent to everyone that Porziņģis was ready to be a cornerstone of the Celtics’ new direction.

Boston has no time for romance—they’re all in on contention. However, head coach Joe Mazzulla has not embraced the twin-tower concept as much as Stevens envisioned. Last season, Horford and Williams shared the court in only 30 regular-season games. During the playoffs, Williams nearly fell out of the rotation entirely, especially in the series against the 76ers. It wasn’t until the Celtics were trailing the Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals that the players reportedly urged Mazzulla to change the starting lineup, allowing Williams to rejoin the rotation and later the starting five.

The logic behind acquiring the 7-foot-3 Porziņģis is straightforward: the Celtics have consistently performed well with two rim protectors on the floor. Whether starting or rotating in, Mazzulla can now always have at least one intimidating shot blocker on the court. Success doesn’t abandon anyone—only those who abandon success. This change is not limited to defense. While modern basketball leans heavily toward smaller, faster lineups, three-point shooting, and perimeter-friendly officiating, size still matters.

Live Cricket BPL reporters believe that in a sport still defined by strength and athleticism, the Celtics may soon boast the league’s most formidable frontcourt trio. With Porziņģis anchoring the middle, Mazzulla can move Jayson Tatum back to small forward, shift Jaylen Brown to shooting guard, and start Derrick White at point. The result is a lineup with a height advantage at every position—potentially transforming the Celtics’ identity heading into next season.

Fueled by ambition and now backed by size and depth, the Celtics appear to be constructing a “death lineup” not only capable of withstanding the physical dominance of teams like the Denver Nuggets but perhaps leading the Eastern Conference in the 2024–2025 season.