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Boston Celtics: 5 things to key in on during tonight’s preseason debut

By Mark Nilon

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 17: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Daniel Theis #27 of the Boston Celtics compete for the tip-off to start the first half at The Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ashley Landis - Pool/Getty Images)
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 17: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers and Daniel Theis #27 of the Boston Celtics compete for the tip-off to start the first half at The Field House at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 17, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ashley Landis - Pool/Getty Images) /
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What to key in on No. 3) Grant Williams’ shooting stroke

Seemingly across all platforms and media outlets, in regard to who might be the next breakout contributor for the Boston Celtics, Grant Williams is one of the names listed most often.

After proving to be the team’s most effective player from last year’s rookie class, the 22-year-old comes into his sophomore season with a chance to be the team’s biggest impact youngster, according to NBC Sportswriter, Chris Forsberg.

Last year, he proved his worth quite often, especially when logging 17 or more minutes, where the shamrocks went 21-5 on such occasions.

Perhaps the biggest key to a breakout campaign for Williams will be an improved jump shot. Despite only shooting 25 percent from 3-point range during the regular season last year, in the bubble he bumped those numbers up to 58.8 percent.

While we can’t expect those exact numbers to run through into this year, somewhere in between 25 percent and 58 percent would be pristine, especially considering the fact that Williams is an undersized forward who would only stand to benefit from an improved and consistent long-range jumper.

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