Two Celtics underperformed at the All-Star break, while four are performing above expectations.
Not up to par: Jrue Holiday
On opening night, Holiday was acquired by the Celtics. It was only made feasible when Damian Lillard was acquired by the Bucks via a trade to Portland. Boston did not pass up the opportunity to get a world-class defensive guard. They are aware that being in the top ten both offensively and defensively is a sign of a title contender. At the moment, the Celtics rank third on the defensive end of the court and first on the offensive end.
Holiday’s numbers are really low, despite the important role he plays. His 13.1 points per game are the lowest since he played a mere 24.2 minutes per night during his rookie season in 2010. The 6’4 guard’s playing time has increased due to his rebounds, but his scoring has decreased because to his assists and thefts.
Holiday has developed into one of the Celtics’ best shooters. This season, he has made 44.0 percent of his 3-point tries, including an incredible 64.2 percent on corner threes. Additionally, he is making more than 22% of the threes he attempts overall from the corner. Holiday is unmissable and completely open.
On the NBA’s top squad, Jrue Holiday is a vital player. Although his Boston Celtics counting stats are down, fans won’t be upset. Holiday has had a significant influence and will be essential to the Celtics having a successful postseason run, even though his output may not have been what everyone had anticipated.