Boston Celtics: Trading for Danilo Gallinari makes no sense — here’s why

Potential of hindering development of young front-court players

So far in 2019-20, it appears the players who have made the biggest leaps from last season are Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Tatum finds himself averaging 20.8 points (up five since last year), 6.9 boards and 1.4 steals per game. Brown is averaging 20.1 points (up seven since last year) to go along with seven boards and 1.1 steals per game.

Both of these youngsters find themselves improving by the day, and have legitimate chances of becoming All-Stars this season. With Tatum starting at the power forward and Brown logging ample time in the front court during games, coupled with the team’s impressive 25-11 record (third in the East), it appears the Boston Celtics have carved out a nice rotation of players that works quite well.

So, why would they want to shake things up by bringing in Gallinari?

As stated, the Celtics have a rotation that has been working stupendously so far this season. Both Brown (averaging 19.2 points and 7.7 boards on 41% shooting from deep when starting at forward) and Tatum are thriving in the front court, while Gordon Hayward has enjoyed much success as well. The chemistry is fantastic — unlike last season — when everyone’s healthy.

If the Celtics opted to trade for the “Italian Stallion”, they would risk hindering not only the team’s chemistry but, also, the development of their young front court participants. With the way they’re playing, I would make little to no changes at the forward spots this season.

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, no?