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Boston Celtics: Stat-line predictions for C’s 2021-22 rotation

By Dallas Malloy

BOSTON, MA - MAY 28: Jayson Tatum #0 reacts with Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference first round series against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on May 28, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - MAY 28: Jayson Tatum #0 reacts with Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference first round series against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on May 28, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /
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Going into the 2021-22 season, what can the Boston Celtics expect from their current rotation?

After a tumultuous 2020-21 season, the Boston Celtics could not be happier that it is finally the offseason.

This past campaign saw lots of ups and downs, but mostly downs.

Tatum contracted COVID-19, Jaylen Brown tore a ligament in his wrist, the bench was comprised of rookies, and so much more.

The offseason started with a bang, as Danny Ainge retired and gave the President of Basketball Operations title to former coach, Brad Stevens.

Stevens wasted no time making his first move, as he dealt Kemba Walker to the OKC Thunder in exchange for a familiar face, Al Horford.

This move lifted a burden — both financially and on the court — off Boston’s shoulders.

Horford can virtually guarantee you something Walker cannot (health) and, as we all know, the best ability is availability.

While i’m sure Stevens is far from finished, what can the Boston Celtics hope to expect from their current rotational players?

As of right now, the rotation is looking like Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, Al Horford, Robert Williams, Aaron Nesmith, Payton Pritchard, Tristan Thompson, Romeo Langford, and Grant Williams.

Keep in mind all of these numbers are just projections and are all subject to change based on injury, playing time, free agency, and trade decisions.

I am also leaving out guys like Carsen Edwards, Tremont Waters, Moses Brown and others because I doubt they get much playing time, so their stats will be very situational.

So, lets start with the most intriguing portion of the roster — the starting lineup:

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