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Boston Celtics: “Pros and Cons” of C’s pursuing Bradley Beal this summer

By Michael Ivanoskos

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 28: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 28, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Wizards 111-110. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 28: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards celebrates during the fourth quarter against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on February 28, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics defeat the Wizards 111-110. 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /
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Bradley Beal has been linked with the Boston Celtics for as long as anyone in the NBA community can remember. It makes sense when you consider the longstanding St. Louis ties between Jayson Tatum and the Washington Wizards superstar.

The shooting guard is headlining this upcoming 2022 free agency period and, while recent reports suggest he’s leaning towards re-upping with the franchise, over time it may prove to be that the Washington Wizards may not have what it takes to get him to commit to the franchise long-term.

Could anyone blame the All-Star for wanting out of DC?

They have done nothing to surround him correctly to make any noise in the Eastern Conference playoffs during the bulk of his tenure. Championship hopes are a distant memory ever since the dreaded John Wall injury.

The failure to build around Beal is a perfect reason for him to either demand a trade or, simply, to leave come the offseason.

The best players they have attempted to get to support for the former Duke product have been Russell Westbrook, Spencer Dinwiddie, Kyle Kuzma, and Montrezl Harrell.

Now, the drawing point for keeping him in Washington is the chance to pair up with an injury-prone star big man in Kristaps Porzingis.

The Boston Celtics clearly have more to offer the former third overall pick in terms of a chance to pair up with the Jays and form one of the best Big-3’s in the entire league. The opportunity to be on the right side of the playoff picture and compete for an NBA championship.

Without further ado, today we at HH discuss both the pros and cons of the shamrocks potentially pursuing the three-time All-Star, Bradley Beal, this upcoming summer:

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