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Boston Celtics rumors: Brad Stevens gives hope to fans

By Sam Minton

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks up at the big screen during the tribute to the late Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angles Lakers before the game against the Golden State Warriors at TD Garden on January 30, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics looks up at the big screen during the tribute to the late Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angles Lakers before the game against the Golden State Warriors at TD Garden on January 30, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Omar Rawlings/Getty Images) /
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Boston Celtics fans began to worry about Kemba Walker’s knee, but Brad Stevens latest comments should calm everyone down.

One thing that has been on the mind of Boston Celtics fans is the health of Kemba Walker. It has been one of the big stories of the NBA bubble.

Fans were hoping to see a healthy Walker since the C’s hadn’t played in so long. He only appeared in 50 games this season prior to the league being put on pause. Walker’s nagging issue has been his knee.

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This issue seemed to flare up while in the bubble. We saw Walker miss some practices and he even missed a scrimmage.

But we might have freaked out a little bit too much. Celtics head coach Brad Stevens gave fans some good news. Walker’s knee seems to be the best that it has ever been.

That definitely makes Celtics fans excited. A healthy Kemba means trouble for the Eastern Conference. This season he averaged 21.2 points and 4.9 assists for the C’s.

Walker has a unique opportunity in Boston. The team is relying more on Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum but Walker still has the ability to have some great performances. Also, Walker offers some great leadership for the younger players alongside Gordon Hayward.

A healthy Walker ensures that defenses can’t focus in on Tatum and Brown. With a healthy starting 5, the C’s can go far. They might be the only team that can truly challenge the Bucks in the Eastern Conference.

Hopefully, as games begin, Walker is able to stay healthy. It looks like Stevens still wants to play it safe with Walker as he will play limited minutes in the first few games. At the end of the day, as long as he is healthy for the playoffs, Celtics fans will be happy. That’s when Boston needs him the most.

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So don’t worry Celtics fans, Walker is fine and will be ready to play down in Orlando. Let’s see how far he and Boston can go.

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