Thinking Basketball #352: Boston's offense, Youth Movement & the COY race!
Dec 10, 2025
Explore the explosive performance of the Celtics as they harness efficient offense and dissect how role players like Neemias Queta and Jordan Walsh are pivotal to their success. Dive into Boston's creative mismatch-hunting tactics and the impact of microball lineups. The discussion shifts to the competitive Coach of the Year race, highlighting various candidates. The hosts analyze the rise of younger players and their influence on the game's physicality, along with Jalen Brown's impressive shot efficiency and scoring dynamics.
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Celtics Win With Depth And Spacing
- The Celtics' offense soars because depth and spacing create consistent high-quality shots.
- Six of their top 11 minutes players shoot over 40% from three, fueling drive-and-kick efficiency.
Kata Turns Spacing Into Paint Production
- Neemias Kaba (Kata) converts spacing into paint dominance by rolling and occupying rim space.
- Boston runs microball with Kata as the central roller, producing high on-court plus-minus impact.
Jordan Walsh: The Energy Glue Guy
- Jordan Walsh provides game-changing energy through defense, corner threes, and offensive rebounding.
- He fits the Bruce Bowen archetype: a versatile, high-effort role player who elevates lineups.