December 24 today, Celtics basketball operations president Stevens accepted an interview with reporters, he talked about the team’s current poor state.
“this happens to any good team, so the point is, how do you deal with it?” he said. As a manager, how do you try to improve the team through minor adjustments? ”
“but overall, I think the Celtics’ defense has actually improved, from the perspective of defensive coverage, we have added a lot of options, I think this is a positive factor. Although it may bring some growth pain in the short term, it is really important because it will be rewarded later this season. ”
He also praised the new defender Brogden: “I appreciate Brogden accepting his role on the bench and he has done a great job.” Even though the team has struggled recently, I am still very encouraged because I know what he can offer us when we are really struggling. ”
So far this season, Brog averaged 14 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists.