‘Underrated’ Big Man Pinpointed As Ideal Boston Celtics Target
The Boston Celtics center rotation is a genuine weak point within Joe Mazzulla’s roster. The franchise lost Kristaps Porzingis, Al Horford and Luke Kornet during the summer, leading Neemias Queta
Boston’s lack of talent in the middle of the floor is already showing, especially on the defensive glass, where the team is struggling to force opponents into single-shot possessions. It’s clear that at some point, the Celtics will likely need to trade for a starting-level center, be that this season or in the near future.
According to Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report, Goga Bitadze could be a viable target to shore up Boston’s big man rotation.
“The Boston Celtics enter the season thin at the center position and are obviously concerned about their current and future finances,” Swartz wrote. “Trading for Goga Bitadze would solve a number of issues. Bitadze is one of the most underrated players in the
Bitadze would likely be an attainable trade target. The
The Celtics’ Issues Aren’t Just At Center
It’s not just the center rotation that is a problem for the Celtics. Their front-court rotation is also an area of concern. There’s limited depth at the power forward position, which is why Sam Hauser is playing outside of his role to begin the year.
Furthermore, the lack of depth across the wing could become an issue if the Celtics find themselves navigating injuries during the year. By potentially adding Bitadze to the rotation, Mazzulla could move
Of course, once Jayson Tatum
Tatum Isn’t Expected To Return This Season
During a recent interview on WEEI, Wyc Grousbeck noted how the Celtics are operating under the assumption that Tatum will not return to the rotation this season.
“We’re not gonna ever ask him to come back,” Grousbeck said. “We’re assuming he’s not coming back. And we’re not even gonna have any discussions about it. If at the end of — at some point he’s gonna be ready to come back, whenever that is, we’ll get five doctors’ opinions. I’ll never bet against Jason Tatum, but nor will he be asked by the Celtics to come back early. That’s not gonna happen.”
Grousbeck on Jayson Tatum “He’s expected to not be here this season.”
Everyone going to run with this same as with Tatum saying he wants to return. Nothing had changed. When JT 100% medically cleared they’ll all decide together whether he plays this yr.
Even if Tatum does return to the rotation this season, he won’t be near his best. It will take time for him to ramp back up and get back to the All-NBA level we’ve become accustomed to.
Therefore, the Celtics’ lack of depth in the front court remains a legitimate issue. Whether Brad Stevens decides to make a move or ride it out, will be the question on everyone’s lips as we get closer to the trade deadline.
Myles Garrett Turns Heads With Raw Admission After Career Game
Cleveland Browns superstar pass rusher Myles Garrett had the best game of his career against the New England Patriots on Sunday, but it mattered little as his team lost by 19 points on the road and fell to 2-6 on the year in the process.
A frustrated Garrett spoke with reporters following the game and turned a few heads with his comments given that he tallied five sacks and five tackles for loss against the Patriots.
Myles Garrett on his Browns-record 5 sacks: “I would throw that whole performance away for a win.”
“I would throw that whole performance away for a win,” Garret said, per Ben Volin of the Boston Globe
Garrett passed Reggie White for the most career sacks before turning 30 years old, hitting 112.5 sacks for his career. He also doubled his sack total for the year after registering five sacks through the first seven outings of the season.
With his performance on Sunday, Garrett produced just the 20th game in NFL history in which a player recorded five or more sacks, per Scott Hanson of NFL RedZone.
Myles Garrett Chose to Stay With Browns on Huge Contract Rather Than Continue Pushing for Trade
GettyDefensive end Myles Garrett of the Cleveland Browns.
Garrett’s emotions are understandable, as the Browns defense has been a strong unit again this season, while its offense continues to struggle mightily.
That said, Garrett bears responsibility for some of his own misery. He publicly requested a trade from the franchise during the offseason, saying he wanted to go somewhere that he could compete for a Super Bowl.
But Garrett later chose to sign on the dotted line when Cleveland came to him with a four-year extension worth $160 million total, which keeps him under contract through his age-35 season in 2030.
Browns Offense Continues to Struggle Under Leadership of Rookie QB Dillon Gabriel
GettyCleveland Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel.
Garrett also said during the offseason that he wasn’t interested in being a part of another rebuild, though that’s exactly what is happening in Cleveland in 2025.
To the Browns’ credit, the team appears to have done reasonably well with regards to its rookie draft class. Five of the seven players the franchise selected back in April have earned regular starting roles, including linebacker
Unfortunately most rookie QBs struggle early on, which has been the case for Gabriel. The offense is averaging just 17.5 points per game during his four starts.
Next year’s class of signal-callers is both better at the top and deeper than was the group of quarterbacks that came out in 2025, but the notion of moving on to yet another rookie at the game’s most important position next year doesn’t bode particularly well for Cleveland’s immediate prospects.
And the defense got bad news on Sunday where its rookie resurgence is concerned, as Schwesinger left the contest with an ankle injury that could ultimately land him on the injured reserve list (IR).
“Browns LB Carson Schwesinger, one of the best rookies in a stellar class, is believed to have suffered a high-ankle sprain, source said,” Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported. “He’ll have an MRI, but those are typically 4-6 week injuries. He left the locker room in a boot.”
