Weaknesses “Veteran presence with plenty of experience” is a euphemism for “no longer in their prime,” which is itself a euphemism for “old”. 7) Boston CelticsStrengths The Celtics have one of the best coaches in the league in Brad Stevens, t. Weaknesses Now that the playoffs have started, they’re going to miss those guys. Al Horford had 19 points, eight assists and seven rebounds for Boston.