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NBA expansion looms, threatening to reshape the playoff landscape and redefine the Boston Celtics’ future. Will Seattle and Las Vegas entering the league spark a seismic shift for Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Derrick White? John Karalis of Celtics On SI explores the ripple effects of potential expansion drafts, roster protection strategies, and contract dilemmas as star players approach pivotal ages and salary milestones.

Major talking points include how divisional realignment could bring the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Eastern Conference, increasing competition for the Celtics, and what a $500 million expansion payout means for team spending power. With gamesmanship around player contracts, trade restrictions, and strategic tax resets, the Celtics could gain unique advantages—or face unexpected setbacks. Will Boston maintain its dominance, or will expansion rewrite the path to a championship?

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