Brad Stevens has been assigned the responsibility of finding hidden gems and prospects who could flourish with a new opportunity. Enter two intriguing players from the Timberwolves.

In an offseason of change for the Celtics, who dismantled a significant portion their championship-winning roster to avoid the wrath of the NBA’s second apron, no position group has been hit harder than center.

The Celtics’ two free agency signings both hail from the Minnesota Timberwolves — and both are ready to take advantage of a larger opportunity in Boston.

From Lillard’s perspective, joining the Celtics could give him a realistic shot at a title in 2027, depending on how Tatum recovers and how Stevens and Co. piece together the rest of the roster. The 13-year veteran’s deepest playoff run was a trip to the Western Conference finals with Portland in 2019.

After a turbulent start to the offseason, the Boston Celtics dipped into the free agent market and landed a name you might not expect: Luka Garza. With their hands tied by the luxury tax and a roster overhaul well underway,

The Boston Celtics believe they can tap into the potential of two offseason additions who have had very limited roles in their NBA careers.