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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?

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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

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 8: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics gets introduced before the game against the Atlanta Hawks on April 8, 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)

Jayson Tatum will not play in the 2018 Summer League

BOSTON - NOVEMBER 1: Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving and Celtics guard Jaylen Brown celebrate Brown's 26 foot three pointer on an assist by Irving for the 78-54 lead during the third quarter. The Boston Celtics host the Sacramento Kings in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Nov. 1, 2017. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics will blow by teams with speed and strength

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Guerschon Yabusele #30 and Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics high-five after Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 9, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Free Guerschon: Let the Dancing Bear Out of His Cage

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens during a time out during the third quarter. 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 Matthew J. Lee/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics can flourish staggering minutes

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: As the final second tick off in the game, Boston Celtics Al Horford, Marcus Smart, and Jayson Tatum react, with head coach Brad Stevens in the background at left. 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)

While other dynasties are seemingly coming to an end, a new one is rising

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 11: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics gestures during a game against the Indiana Pacers at TD Garden on March 11, 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Mike Gorman: Kyrie Irving ‘not untouchable’

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 25: LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball against Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics in the first quarter during Game Six of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on May 25, 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)

How will LeBron James’ summer decision impact the 2019 Boston Celtics?

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 25: LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball against Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics in the first quarter during Game Six of the 2018 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on May 25, 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)

Jaylen Brown can become the most important defender on the Boston Celtics

BOSTON, MA - NOVEMBER 16: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics shares a moment with Danny Ainge prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors on November 16, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Do not expect an impact player from the draft

BOSTON, MA - MAY 9: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 9, 2018 at 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 David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics do not open as favorites in the East

BOSTON, MA - APRIL 24: Semi Ojeleye #37 of the Boston Celtics rebounds the ball against the Milwaukee Bucks Game Five of Round One of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on April 24, 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: Semi Ojeleye can still have an impact on defense

BOSTON, MA - MARCH 20: Marcus Morris #13, Semi Ojeleye and Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics celebrate after a victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder at TD Garden on March 20, 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Boston Celtics front court is cluttered and unsettled

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics on May 27, 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: Jaylen Brown is more valuable than any draft pick

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 26: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball while being guarded by Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter during Game Six of Round One of the 2018 NBA Playoffs at the Bradley Center on April 26, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Giannis Antetokounmpo;Aron Baynes

Boston Celtics Need to Fix Remaining Holes in Defense

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Boston Celtics Aron Baynes got off a pass to teammate Al Horford (right) with his back on the floor in the second half. 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 could miss Aron Baynes on defense

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Al Horford #42 helps Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics from the floor during Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics on May 27, 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)

Defense still needs to be the strength of the Boston Celtics

BOSTON - NOVEMBER 16: Injured Boston Celtics forward Gordon Hayward, center rear, sits behind teammates Jaylen Brown, left, and Kyrie Irving at the Boston bench during the first half. The Boston Celtics host the Golden State Warriors in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Nov. 16, 2017. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics need to embrace all of the current core

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics looks on in the 4th quarter during Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics on May 27, 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)

Terry Rozier will have to fight to maintain large role with the Boston Celtics

CLEVELAND, OH - MAY 25: Marcus Morris #13 of the Boston Celtics goes to the basket against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2018 NBA Playoffs on May 25, 2018 at Quicken Loans Arena 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Marcus Morris’ value is in jeopardy

BOSTON, MA - MAY 27: Boston Celtics Marcus Smart looks for a foul call that never came as he and the Cavaliers George Hill hit the floor together in the second half. 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: Marcus Smart has earned another contract

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 20: Danny Ainge, Boston Celtics general manager and President of Basketball Operations, has a laugh as he sits on the bench while players practice shooting on the court before the start of the game. The Boston Celtics visit the Milwaukee Bucks for Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, WI on April 20, 2018. (Photo by Jim Davis/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Celtics: Gauging the value of the Sacramento pick