Are the Celtics better after trading Jaylen Brown?

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Roster stability and synergy

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Improved roster balance

The roster is improved because Paul George and Mitchell Robinson specifically address the team's previous spacing and size deficiencies.

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Uncertain team synergy

The team's success is uncertain because the new roster lacks the proven synergy and stability of the previous iteration.

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Improved roster balance

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The team remains competitive because the addition of Mitchell Robinson provides a necessary upgrade to the frontcourt.

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Uncertain team synergy

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The team faces a leadership void and structural uncertainty following the departure of a key star player.

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