The Boston Celtics have put together one of the NBA’s top defenses despite losing big man Al Horford in free agency over the summer, and their shot-blocking capabilities make up part of the reason why.
Unlike a lot of rosters, there are few true rim protectors who play extended minutes on the roster, rejection duties largely shared by the wings as much as the frontcourt, and even guards get in on the action at times.
Centers Daniel Theis, Robert Williams and Enes Kanter anchor the interior, but forwards Jayson Tatum and Grant Williams and guards Kemba Walker and Marcus Smart all average at least a half block per game, many of which come away from the basket.
Watch the video embedded above to see the Boston Celtics’ top ten blocks of the 2019-20 NBA season to date while we wait out the coronavirus hiatus.
