Where can we find the Boston Celtics in the 2026-27 NBA GM Survey?

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The NBA General Manager survey for the league’s 2026-27 regular season has been released, and in it, the Boston Celtics players and coaching staff make several appearances. And given the Celtics organization consistently being in the mix for home court advantage in the postseason almost every year for well over a decade, that ought not to come as a major surprise.

But this annual exercise of conducted by the league (and, truth be told, not always or even often actually filled out by the titular general manager) has a unique perspective worth taking stock of, given there is usually at least some institutional wisdom shaping the replies therein – even if it may have been an assistant general manager or even video coordinator filling in the replies.

So, without further ado, let’s take a closer look at where the Celtics made an appearance in this year’s NBA GM survey.

Who will win the 2026-27 Kia MVP?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 77 percent2. Nikola Jokić, Denver – 10 percent3. Anthony Edwards, Minnesota – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City; Jayson Tatum, Boston» Last year: Nikola Jokić – 67 percent

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Which player is most likely to have a breakout season in 2026-27?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives to the basket between Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) and guard Payton Pritchard (11) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Dylan Harper, San Antonio – 27 percentT-2. Cooper Flagg, Dallas – 7 percentT-2. Collin Murray-Boyles, Toronto – 7 percentT-2. Amen Thompson, Houston – 7 percentT-2. Cason Wallace, Oklahoma City – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Scottie Barnes, Toronto; Matas Buzelis, Chicago; Stephon Castle, San Antonio; Cedric Coward, Memphis; Tyler Herro, Milwaukee; Walker Kessler, L.A. Lakers; Kon Knueppel, Charlotte; Jonathan Kuminga, Minnesota; Tyrese Maxey, Philadelphia; Brandon Miller, Charlotte; Ajay Mitchell, Oklahoma City; Ja Morant, Portland; Payton Pritchard, Boston; Alex Sarr, Washington» Last year: Amen Thompson – 30 percent

Who is the best small forward in the NBA?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball while Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) defends during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Luka Dončić, L.A. Lakers – 37 percent2. Jayson Tatum, Boston – 33 percent3. Kawhi Leonard, Toronto – 17 percent» Also receiving votes: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami; Scottie Barnes, Toronto; Jaylen Brown, Philadelphia; Kevin Durant, Houston» Last year: Luka Dončić – 40 percent

Who is the best power forward in the NBA?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts for a loose ball while Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) and center Neemias Queta (88) look on during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami – 70 percent2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio – 23 percent» Also receiving votes: Anthony Davis, Washington; Jayson Tatum, Boston» Last year: Giannis Antetokounmpo – 93 percent

Which team made the best overall moves this offseason?

Mar 5, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; The Boston Celtics logo is seen on the court before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Portland Trail Blazers at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

1. Philadelphia 76ers – 73 percent2. Miami Heat – 10 percent3. Charlotte Hornets – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Boston Celtics, Minnesota Timberwolves, Toronto Raptors» Last year: Atlanta Hawks – 53 percent

Which rookie was the biggest steal at where he was selected in the draft?

Oct 8, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Boston Celtics forward Chris Cenac Jr. (12) dunks during there first half of a preseason game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images

1. Brayden Burries (10), Milwaukee – 30 percentT-2. Allen Graves (19), Toronto – 10 percentT-2. Labaron Philon (22), Philadelphia – 10 percentT-2. Meleek Thomas (34), Cleveland – 10 percentT-5. Cameron Boozer (3), Memphis – 7 percentT-5. Cameron Carr (24), L.A. Lakers – 7 percentT-5. Chris Cenac (27), Boston – 7 percentT-5. Yaxel Lendeborg (11), Golden State – 7 percentT-5. Caleb Wilson (4), Chicago – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Nate Ament (13), Milwaukee; Mikel Brown Jr. (6), Brooklyn» Last year: Kasparas Jakučionis – 17 percent

Who is the best perimeter defender in the NBA?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) reaches for the ball while Charlotte Hornets center Naz Reid (0) looks on during the first half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Amen Thompson, Houston – 30 percentT-2. Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City – 17 percentT-2. Ausar Thompson, Detroit – 17 percent4. Dyson Daniels, Atlanta – 10 percentT-5. Stephon Castle, San Antonio – 7 percentT-5. Jaden McDaniels, Minnesota – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Atlanta; OG Anunoby, New York; Cason Wallace, Oklahoma City; Derrick White, Boston» Last year: Dyson Daniels – 31 percent

Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?

Sep 28, 2026; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla talks to reporters during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

T-1. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 23 percentT-1. Joe Mazzulla, Boston – 23 percentT-1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 23 percent4. Mike Brown, New York – 10 percent5. J.B. Bickerstaff, Detroit – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Rick Carlisle, Indiana; Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City; Mitch Johnson, San Antonio; Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers» Last year: Erik Spoelstra – 28 percent

Which head coach makes the best in-game adjustments?

Jan 23, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla talks to guard Payton Pritchard (11) during the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

1. Rick Carlisle, Indiana – 30 percent2. Tyronn Lue, LA Clippers – 23 percent3. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 20 percent4. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City – 10 percent5. Joe Mazzulla, Boston – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Mike Brown, New York; Chris Finch, Minnesota; Nick Nurse, Philadelphia» Last year: Tyronn Lue – 40 percent

Which head coach runs the best offense?

September 15, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla speaks during a press conference at The Auerbach Center at Boston Landing. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

1. Rick Carlisle, Indiana – 47 percentT-2. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City – 10 percentT-2. Steve Kerr, Golden State – 10 percent4. Kenny Atkinson, Cleveland – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: David Adelman, Denver; Mike Brown, New York; Will Hardy, Utah; Joe Mazzulla, Boston; Jordan Ott, Phoenix; JJ Redick, L.A. Lakers; Quin Snyder, Atlanta; Erik Spoelstra, Miami» Last year: Rick Carlisle – 53 percent

Which head coach has the best defensive schemes?

Mar 30, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla against the Atlanta Hawks in the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mady Mertens-Imagn Images

1. Mark Daigneault, Oklahoma City – 67 percentT-2. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 10 percentT-2. Ime Udoka, Houston – 10 percent» Also receiving votes: J.B. Bickerstaff, Detroit; Mitch Johnson, San Antonio; Joe Mazzulla, Boston; Jordan Ott, Phoenix» Last year: Mark Daigneault – 37 percent

Who is the best assistant coach in the NBA?

Mar 29, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics assistant coach Sam Cassell (right) watches from the sideline during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

1. Jeff Van Gundy, LA Clippers – 17 percent2. Billy Donovan, San Antonio – 13 percentT-3. Royal Ivey, Houston – 10 percentT-3. Chris Quinn, Miami – 10 percentT-5. Dave Bliss, Oklahoma City – 7 percentT-5. Sam Cassell, Boston – 7 percentT-5. Frank Vogel, Golden State – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Johnnie Bryant, Cleveland; Darren Erman, New York; Trevor Hendry, Cleveland; Juwan Howard, Brooklyn; Chris Jent, New York; Scott King, San Antonio; Josh Longstaff, Charlotte; Lloyd Pierce, Indiana; Corliss Williamson, San Antonio» Last year: Micah Nori – 25 percent

Which active player will make the best head coach someday?

Sep 28, 2026; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Mike Conley (45) during media day at Auerbach Center. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

1. Mike Conley, Boston – 50 percent2. T.J. McConnell, Indiana – 13 percent3. Jalen Brunson, New York – 10 percent4. Draymond Green, Golden State – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Jrue Holiday, Portland; Tyus Jones, Denver; CJ McCollum, Atlanta; Andrew Nembhard, Indiana; Fred VanVleet, Houston; Derrick White, Boston» Last year: Chris Paul – 27 percent

Which team is the most fun to watch?

May 15, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; The Boston Celtics logo is seen at center court before game seven of the second round of the 2022 NBA playoffs between the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

T-1. Minnesota Timberwolves – 30 percentT-1. San Antonio Spurs – 30 percentT-3. Denver Nuggets – 10 percentT-3. Philadelphia 76ers – 10 percent» Also receiving votes: Boston Celtics, Charlotte Hornets, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder» Last year: Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder – 27 percent

Which team will have the league’s most efficient offense this season?

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – JUNE 17: Confetti covers the Boston Celtics logo after Boston’s 106-88 win against the Dallas Mavericks in Game Five of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 17, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

1. Oklahoma City Thunder – 27 percent2. Denver Nuggets – 20 percent3. New York Knicks – 17 percent4. Boston Celtics – 13 percent5. Philadelphia 76ers – 10 percent6. Los Angeles Lakers – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves» Last year: Cleveland Cavaliers – 40 percent

Which player is the best leader?

Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Royce O'Neale (00) guards Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images — Oct 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Royce O’Neale (00) guards Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

1. Jalen Brunson, New York – 53 percent2. Stephen Curry, Golden State – 20 percent3. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Oklahoma City – 7 percent» Also receiving votes: Cade Cunningham, Detroit; LeBron James, Philadelphia; Nikola Jokić, Denver; Damian Lillard, Portland; Jayson Tatum, Boston; Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio» Last year: Stephen Curry – 43 percent

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