Why the Boston Celtics look like the team to beat early in the NBA’s 2023-24 season

“Few, if any, lineups in the NBA look as utterly dominant as the Boston Celtics starters have so far this season,” writes B/R.

The Boston Celtics have roared out to a 15-4 start and look as good as any team in the league with among the toughest schedules in the Association to start their next run at hanging Banner 18. Even with key players like star big man Kristaps Porzingis and veteran point guard Jrue Holiday out for multiple games, the Celtics keep on rolling.

In fact, their worst enemy so far this season has been, by and large, their own lethargy and lack of focus on some nights – perhaps with a dash of length, strength, and physical defense from a handful of opponents. But even these flubs are few and far between.

“Few, if any, lineups in the NBA look as utterly dominant as the Boston Celtics starters have so far this season,” concurs Bleacher Report NBA analyst Andy Bailey.