The Celtics were dominated on the boards 46-26 last night.

With the additions of hustle-rebounders Humphries and Wallace this off-season, and some added size in Olynyk and Faverani, one might think the Celtics would be much improved on the boards this season.

With Humphries and Olynyk getting time at the center position, however, and Green and Bass playing significant minutes in the frontcourt, it's likely that this team will be regularly beaten on the boards by teams with true centers.  Last night it was Jonas Valanciunas and Ty Hansbrough; one can only imagine what it'll look like against the Roy Hibberts and Joakim Noahs of the world.

Unlike in previous years, there's reason to believe this rebound disparity will have less to do with the offensive boards.  Despite getting killed on the glass last night by 20 boards, the Celtics grabbed 8 offensive boards, while the Raptors grabbed 11.  Rather, this year the culprit will likely be the result of an anemic offense, which includes a lot of misses inside against bigger frontlines.

The Celtics gave up 52% shooting to the Raptors last night, including 52 points in the paint.

Meanwhile, the Celtics shot 39.8% from the floor and had only 34 points in the paint.