Boston Celtics are ready to enter the playoffs with guns blazing as their star player, Danilo Gallinari, has revealed he is back to full fitness and could be poised to return to the lineup. With the postseason just around the corner, Celtics are hoping for a major boost as they battle for the championship.
The Importance of Danilo Gallinari
The Boston Celtics had signed Danilo Gallinari in the off-season in order to add depth and provide floor-stretching ability to their team. They had put a lot of faith in him, but everything went awry when he tore his ACL playing for Team Italy at the EuroBasket tournament before reporting to Boston. Since then, he has been rehabilitating and gradually becoming more of a visual presence exploring different parts of his game that don’t require his knee.
Gallinari Is Giving Advice to His Teammates
Gallinari has shown impressive progress in his recovery from the ACL tear. He has been practicing with his teammates, offering advice on facing his old team, the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA playoffs. His potential return could bring significant value to the Celtics bench, despite not being able to join them immediately.
Fans Expecting Nothing Less Than a Championship
The Celtics’ fanbase expects nothing less than winning a championship this season. However, injuries have been an obstacle in their path throughout the regular season, with several key players sitting out games due to knocks and bruises. Injuries were one of their biggest enemies during regular season play.
Short Series Could Help Keep Key Players Fresh
With Danilo Gallinari being the only player listed as injured for Game 1 against Atlanta Hawks following some finger issues that Jaylen Brown faced recently, Boston’s opponents will be aware that they face one of the great forces in the NBA playoffs despite their injury problems. Short series against weaker opponents could help keep key players fresh which could limit injuries when it counts the most in the playoffs.
Robert Williams’ Health Is Crucial for Celtics’ Success
Robert Williams’ health will play a critical role in helping the Celtics become the most dangerous lineup in the NBA. The team’s record is fantastic when he plays, with his prime ability to finish at the rim and protect it on defense. John Hollinger believes Williams’ health will be a vital factor in deciding whether the Celtics get past last season’s finalists, the Milwaukee Bucks, and compete for an Eastern Conference title. They should not underestimate their opponents.
Gallinari’s Return Could Depend on Playing Against His Old Team
If things go well for Atlanta, they could potentially face their old player, Danilo Gallinari, when he returns to play with Boston. However, they will have to navigate their way through a play-in game against Miami Heat first before they can face Boston.
In conclusion, the potential return of Danilo Gallinari and good health news regarding Robert Williams has given Boston Celtics fans renewed hope ahead of their playoff campaign. If they stay focused and avoid complacency during games, Celtics have the potential to be crowned champions come July.
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