A Season Of Success

The Boston Celtics: 2019-20 NBA Season Recap

A Season of Success

The Boston Celtics finished the 2019-20 NBA season with a record of 48 wins, good for third place in the Eastern Conference. The Celtics' success was fueled by a balanced attack, with six players averaging double figures in scoring. Jayson Tatum led the way with 23.4 points per game, followed by Jaylen Brown (20.3 ppg), Kemba Walker (20.0 ppg), Gordon Hayward (17.5 ppg), Marcus Smart (13.5 ppg), and Daniel Theis (9.2 ppg).

Key Players

In addition to their six double-figure scorers, the Celtics also benefited from strong play from a number of other players. Tristan Thompson (8.1 rebounds per game) and Robert Williams III (6.4 rebounds per game) provided a strong presence on the boards, while Marcus Smart (4.8 assists per game) and Kemba Walker (4.1 assists per game) led the team in assists. Defensively, the Celtics were led by Jaylen Brown (1.4 steals per game) and Marcus Smart (1.3 steals per game).

Playoff Performance

The Celtics entered the playoffs as the third seed in the Eastern Conference. They defeated the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round, but fell to the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Looking Ahead

The Celtics are looking to build on their success in the 2019-20 season. They have a young and talented roster, and they are expected to be a contender in the Eastern Conference for years to come.