« Reply #51 on: June 05, 2024, 05:37:29 PM »
Interesting that Juhann Begarin is still just 21. He doesn’t turn 22 until August, but he hasn’t developed his shot at all since the Celtics drafted him. He’s hitting under 30% from 3. I don’t know if that would be any different if he had spent time in Maine instead of France, but he’s not going to be an NBA player without a better shooting percentage. His athleticism and defense is still pretty good. Steals, blocks and rebounds are all decent for his position.
I guess he decided Euroleague money was better than having a Jaden Springer or Romeo Langford level NBA career?
He wouldn’t have a Springer or Langford career because the Celtics are only offering him a 2-way at best, and the other two got first-round money and the multiple guaranteed years that come with it.
Also, I’m very curious about the C’s plans for Springer next year. It’s hard to see how he fits on this team, but Brad clearly has a vision.
Springer might have a role on this team going forward if he can fix that shot but he might just be here as a salary piece in a trade...
This. I think he's here more for trade purposes then anything. The C's don't have many salaries for matching purposes and his gives them something if they can swing a deal. I like Springer's defensive chops. He also seems to be able to get to the rim. He's a poor outside shooter at the moment. If he can improve here he'd be in the rotation on some team.
I don’t see him here for trade purposes at all. Pritchard will be moved this summer assuming White signs an extension, and Springer will get a chance to win those minutes along with a vet pickup.
Why would Pritchard be moved? He signed a very team friendly contract and will be making less than $7M next season.
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