Anfernee Simons Excels in Catch-and-Shoot, Celtics Seek to Maximize Offensive Impact

Anfernee Simons has demonstrated impressive shooting prowess for the Boston Celtics, particularly on catch-and-shoot three-pointers, converting 47.3% of his 4.2 attempts per game. While his ability to create his own shot is valuable, the Celtics aim to maximize his catch-and-shoot opportunities by having others facilitate for him, as his pull-up three-point percentage stands at 30.8%. Simons has been a consistent scorer, reaching double figures in 10 of 13 games, and has improved his assist percentage while reducing turnovers post-preseason, proving to be a vital, albeit sometimes ball-dominant, asset for the bench unit.