Baylor Scheierman gave Celtics what they’ve been looking for from backup wing

Hardwood Houdini's Ben Handler argues that Baylor Scheierman provided the Boston Celtics with much-needed stability off the bench on Wednesday night. Scheierman played 28 minutes and recorded nine points, 11 rebounds, an assist, and a steal while shooting 3-of-4 from three-point range. Head coach Joe Mazzulla turned to Scheierman to halt a second-half momentum slide while navigating the absence of Jayson Tatum and an early injury to Payton Pritchard.

Handler suggests that Scheierman's energetic performance could earn him a larger and more consistent role in Boston's rotation. With Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, and Hugo Gonzalez competing for minutes, the writer argues that committing to one wing may benefit the team more than continuing to split playing time among all three.