Celtics Woes Extend Beyond Their 0-2 Playoff Deficit

The Boston Celtics are in a position no one thought they'd be in. Boston is currently down 0-2 in their second-round series against the New York Knicks after blowing back-to-back 0-point leads in Games 1 and 2.

Boston may remain the favorite to win the series; however, they now have five chances to win four games in the rest of this series. If anyone can pull that off, it is Boston, as they are battle-tested and have the pieces to win the title once again.

It will be an uphill battle, but even if the Celtics can move on and eventually win the title, roster construction this summer will be challenging.

After Game 2, ESPN's Brian Windhorst appeared on First Take and discussed the bleak future for the Celtics. He mentioned how difficult it would be to bring back this roster and that massive changes are ahead for Boston whether or not it ends with their 19th title.

"What's gonna happen with this team? This is the conversation I didn't think we will have. Next season, their payroll will be $460 million," Windhorst started.

"If they keep their first rounder and fill the roster with the pick, I don't even know can they bring Al Horford back, it's going to top $500 million," he added.

"New owners are here, I don't know what's going to happen, but there is a possibility that this team doesn't come back because they are one of the most expensive teams in sports history."

"This team proved that they can win championships, that they can get 60 wins in regular season, but if they don't get out of this series how can you justify that payroll?"