During his time suiting up for Boston, Smith wore only jersey No. 11 and put up 4.9 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game.

Per Favale, for the Celtics, only two players on the team are safe beyond any doubt -- superstar forwards Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. "Second-apron realities will inevitably necessitate wholesale recalibration. It isn't—and shouldn't—be coming smack-dab in the middle of a very-much-alive title defense," writes Favale.

Leonard has played just five games this season, as star guards James Harden and Norman Powell have had to carry the offense on their backs. Both Harden and Powell are having All-Star-caliber seasons and have played huge roles in LA's success.

NBA Finals rematch, the Boston Celtics got their revenge, blowing out the Golden State Warriors 125-85 at Chase Center in San Francisco, much to

Warriors guard Steph Curry talks to the media following Golden State's 125-85 loss to the Boston Celtics on Monday at Chase CenterCurry cites Warriors' need for stability after loss vs. Celtics origin