BOSTON — Jordan Walsh has been the Celtics’ breakout player of the season as he’s stacked together multiple great games. The C’s have enjoyed success ever since Walsh was inserted into the starting lineup, winning nine of their last 11 games.

Walsh was tasked with guarding Lakers guard Austin Reaves, who’s enjoying his own breakout campaign. The Celtics blew out the Lakers on Friday , though Reaves caught fire in the second half on his way to 36 points. Reaves talked about Walsh’s potential and what he saw facing the lengthy defender.

“He just plays hard as crap every single possession,” Reaves said. “You don’t take a possession off. His ability, his length, his athleticism. He’s physically gifted. Moves really well. I could see him being one of the best defenders in the league for m

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