Robert Williams, the talented center for the Boston Celtics, missed significant time due to injury this season. However, he seems to be back in form as the playoffs begin. Last week, he played 31 and 25 minutes in two games against the Raptors before sitting out the finale. The Celtics are relying on him to contribute on both offense and defense, and he believes that he is ready for the playoffs.
The Celtics have employed several strategies to take advantage of Williams' skills. One is the "grenade" action, where Williams receives the ball on the block and then cuts back towards the perimeter, either handing off the ball to teammates or using his screen to facilitate passing and shooting opportunities. Another tactic is the "veer," an on-ball screen that flows into an off-ball screen which frees up other more well-rounded attackers to create. Finally, there's the "quick/wide," where Williams sets a screen for a wing or guard as soon as the ball enters the opponent's halfcourt, allowing them to take advantage and score.
While Williams is just one player on a talented Celtics roster, his success will undoubtedly play a key role in Boston's push for the NBA championship.