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Celtics Aim for Faster Play, Focus on Defense
10/3/2025
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Story summary
- The Celtics plan to play faster in the 2025-26 season, prioritizing defensive playmaking.
- Coach Joe Mazzulla says plans must adapt due to roster changes, lacking a stretch five.
- Baylor Scheierman and Anfernee Simons are focusing on defense, especially generating steals.
- With a low pace and steals ranking but top-five defensive rating, Jaylen Brown and Payton Pritchard push for faster tempo.
