Could Celtics’ Svi Mykhailiuk take minutes from Sam Hauser this season?
The Boston Celtics preseason game against the New York Knicks on Monday provided a tantalizing glimpse into the potential option for the team’s potential rotation. Svi Mykhailiuk, a relatively new addition to the Celtics, seized the opportunity to showcase his abilities in the tilt on a second game that forward Sam Hauser struggled, raising questions about the role of Hauser if it continues.
In this matchup, Mykhailiuk demonstrated his skill as a contributor off the bench. He put up 15 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist, showcasing his versatility and scoring ability. Hauser is likely to have some rope well into the regular season, but there’s a growing consensus that if Mykhailiuk continues to excel and Hauser keeps struggling, it could prompt coach Joe Mazzulla to contemplate change.
The hosts of the CLNS Media “How Bout Them Celtics!” took a long look at how that battle for playing time could play out.
Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear what they had to say.
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