This summer time, the Celtics had plans to commerce Malcolm Brogdon to the Clippers in a three-team deal that may have introduced Kristaps Porzingis to Boston. Nevertheless, the Clippers backed out on account of issues about Brogdon’s elbow harm. Because of this, the Celtics reworked the commerce and despatched Marcus Sensible to Memphis as an alternative, nonetheless buying Porzingis within the course of.

In keeping with the Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn on the “Celtics Beat” podcast, Brogdon continues to be upset about being concerned in commerce talks. This might doubtlessly result in some battle at the beginning of coaching camp. Washburn talked about that the communication between Brogdon and the workforce has not been fruitful, and Brogdon would possibly determine to not endure surgical procedure and as an alternative let his harm heal naturally as a type of protest.

Brogdon has two years and $45 million remaining on his contract. With Sensible gone, he might even see a rise in taking part in time this season, though Derrick White is about to start out on the level guard place. Final season, Brogdon averaged 14.2 factors and 4.9 rebounds per recreation for the Celtics.

This example provides one other query mark to the Celtics’ already lengthy checklist of uncertainties heading into coaching camp. They’re seen as hopeful title contenders however should handle a number of issues. How will Porzingis match into the workforce and may he keep wholesome? How will the workforce adapt to the lack of an emotional chief like Sensible? Can Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown step up as leaders? And at last, can Robert Williams III keep wholesome all through the season? Now, Brogdon’s well being and angle additional complicate issues for the Celtics.