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OAKLAND, CA - JANUARY 27: Kyrie Irving #11 and Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics exchange a hand shakes during the game against the Golden State Warriors on January 27, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Top heavy or deep rotation?

Brad Stevens already believes in Robert Williams

Boston Celtics leave awards show empty handed

With or without Kyrie Irving, the Boston Celtics are poised to contend for championships

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a call in the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics with an Aron Baynes dilemma

CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 16: Robert Williams #44 celebrates with teammate TJ Starks #2 of the Texas A&M Aggies after a dunk against the Providence Friars during the first round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Spectrum Center on March 16, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Expectations could end up hurting Robert Williams

WALTHAM, MA- JUNE 23: Jayson Tatum #11 of the Boston Celtics holds his jersey as he poses for a picture with Wyc Grousbeck, Stephen Pagliuca, Brad Stevens and Danny Ainge of the Boston Celtics during a introductory press conference on June 23 in Waltham, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Chris Marion/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics at the awards show

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 22: Robert Williams #44 of the Texas A&M Aggies dunks the ball against the Michigan Wolverines during the second half in the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament West Regional at Staples Center on March 22, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. The Michigan Wolverines defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 99-72. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Is Brad Stevens perfect for Robert Williams?

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 30: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics congratulates Jayson Tatum #0 after he scored against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second quarter at TD Garden on November 30, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts.(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics will finally dominate with shooting

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Boston Celtics' Marcus Morris (13) gives high fives to fans as he leaves the court following Boston's loss. The Boston Celtics hosted the Cleveland Cavaliers for Game Seven of their NBA Eastern Conference Finals playoff series at TD Garden in Boston on May 27, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: What will happen to Marcus Morris

BOSTON, MA - MAY 23: Aron Baynes #46 is assisted off the floor by teammate Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 23, 2018 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Continuity more important than small needs in free agency

CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 16: Robert Williams #44 of the Texas A&M Aggies reacts after a dunk against the Providence Friars during the first round of the 2018 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Spectrum Center on March 16, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Robert Williams’ impact on free agency

BOSTON, MA - MAY 23: Jayson Tatum #0, Al Horford #42 and Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics react during the game against of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Game Five of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals on May 23, 2018 at the TD Garden 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 Matteo Marchi/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics draft priority: bigs or wings?

Boston Celtics (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)

The Celtics Should Target These Prospects with the 27th Pick

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics looks on during Game Seven of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden on May 27, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Marcus Smart sees himself in Boston next season

Danny Ainge Boston Celtics (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Could the Boston Celtics make a move into the top 10?

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 21: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics walks off the court after being defeated by the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Four of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on May 21, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Competition will make signing Smart more difficult

ORLANDO, FL - JULY 8: New coach of Boston Celtics Brad Stevens (R) confers with Daniel Ray 'Danny' Ainge, basketball executive, President of Basketball Operations for the Boston Celtics (L) during the 2013 Southwest Airlines Orlando Pro Summer League on July 8, 2013 at Amway Center in Orlando, 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2013 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Native Bruce Brown to Get Second Workout with Celtics

BELGRADE, SERBIA MAY 20, 2018: BC Real Madrid's Edy Tavares (L) and BC Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul's Brad Wanamaker in action in their 2017/18 Season Basketball Euroleague Final Four championship match at Stark Arena. BC Real Madrid won the game 85:80 and claimed its 10th Euroleague title. Stanislav Krasilnikov/TASS (Photo by Stanislav KrasilnikovTASS via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics looking overseas at Brad Wanamaker

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 2: Gordon Hayward #20 and Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics are seen during the game against the Charlotte Hornets during a preseason game on October 2, 2017 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Boston Celtics are ready to compete in the East for years to come

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 30: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Semi Ojeleye #37 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter of Game One of Round Two of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on April 30, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Making the Case for Semi Ojeleye

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 24: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics and Head Coach Brad Stevens of the Boston Celtics react against the LA Clippers on January 24, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Should there be concern about expectations?

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 02: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 02, 2018 in New York City. 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 Matteo Marchi/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Ainge tried to acquire Kawhi Leonard at the Deadline

BOSTON, MA - MAY 15: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics looks on in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 15, 2018 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Kyrie Irving shuts down extension talks

WALTHAM, MA - APRIL 23: Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens, left, chats with Celtics general manager Danny Ainge during Boston Celtics practice in Waltham, MA on April 23, 2018. (Photo by Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics need to make youth a priority at pick 27

BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 13: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics and head coach Brad Stevens look on during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at TD Garden on December 13, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Tim Bradbury/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics will not need a primary ball handler

BOSTON, MA - MAY 13: Kyrie Irving #11 Gordon Hayward #20 and Daniel Theis #27 of the Boston Celtics look on during Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs against the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 13, 2018 at the TD Garden 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics finally focused on winning now

BOSTON, MA - MAY 15: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics looks on in the second half of Game Two of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden on May 15, 2018 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 Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: No reason to dwell on Kyrie Irving rumors