As things currently stand, the Celts would face off with the Pacers in the 1st round. Could also end up against the Heat or the Bulls.
Premature to be talking about the Celts matching up with the Cavs. Let's first ask -- can they win a playoff game, let alone a playoff series?
There is very little winning playoff experience on this roster. Avery Bradley's the only one of the main guys who has been a significant part of a team that went anywhere.
Playing excellent defense is a good indicator for post-season success, generally. Still, the playoffs are a different game. And since we didn't add a capable secondary scorer at the deadline, there's still cause for concern that the Celts might not be very well equipped for that different type of game in the playoffs.
I'm looking forward to finding out one way or another. Should be interesting.