Boston Celtics: Top 5 Free Agent Targets

Apr 28, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens watches against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half in game six of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 28, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens watches against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half in game six of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports
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There are many free agents who could make an impact on the Boston Celtics, but these five could shape the roster for years to come.


Feb 5, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) celebrates with guard Isaiah Thomas (4) after making a three-point shot to end the game and beat the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. The Celtics won 104-103. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 5, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) celebrates with guard Isaiah Thomas (4) after making a three-point shot to end the game and beat the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena. The Celtics won 104-103. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

After breaking down all of the Celtics’ best options at Nos. 3, 16, and 23 overall, it’s time to discuss five top options for the Celtics in this summer’s free agency.

With plenty of cap space at their disposal to go along with their young, proven coach in Brad Stevens and an up-and-coming roster, it is no secret that the team will be active in attempting to build their next contending team.

While many see the NBA Draft as a key opportunity to capitalize on the assets at their disposal, NBA free agency will be the next most crucial step for the Celtics, as they aim to further improve their team that’s already well ahead of schedule in the rebuilding process.

There are a plethora of willing and able contributors who will be looking for work this offseason, but who are the players that best fit Stevens’ coaching style on both ends of the court?

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Alas, here are the five best options for the Boston Celtics in this upcoming summer’s free agency. General manager Danny Ainge may look outside of this list, but as far as most bang for his buck, it will be difficult for him to do better than signing any of these five players.

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