This much is certain: The Celtics are going to need Holiday at his best come the postseason and that journey through June. The post In order for the Celtics to repeat, Jrue Holiday will need to have his fingers all over it appeared first on Boston.com.
The Celtics' pursuit of a repeat championship hinges on Jrue Holiday's performance, as he was instrumental in their 2023 playoff run, particularly with a pivotal steal in the Eastern Conference finals. Holiday's defensive skills, 3-point shooting, and leadership are crucial, but his current mallet finger injury raises concerns about his availability for the postseason. The Celtics face tougher competition this year, particularly from the Cavaliers, and Holiday's health will be critical to their chances of success.