Kendrick Perkins on the state of the Celtics: The Celtics entered the 2025-26 season with expectations that were revised downward due to offseason departures and Jayson Tatum’s Achilles injury rehab. Yet through 53 games, the Celtics sit second in the Eastern Conference and appear poised for another postseason run.
The team’s ability to keep winning despite not being at full strength has not only wowed fans (and intrigued experts) but also put Boston in a rare position: A high-flying team with championship experience that has reduced expectations. It’s a point that former Celtic (and ESPN analyst) Kendrick Perkins made on Tuesday.