Throughout this season, an authorized camera crew has been tracking the Celtics, capturing footage for a documentary styled in the manner of “The Last Dance.”

Over three years have passed since the release of ‘The Last Dance,’ a documentary that became available on streaming services for basketball enthusiasts worldwide. Reports suggest that the Boston Celtics are contemplating a sequel, chronicling their journey during the 2023-24 season.

Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck revealed that a high-quality documentary series, akin to ‘The Last Dance,’ is in production. Despite no official announcement, contracts have been signed, filming is underway, and archival materials are being curated. Grousbeck affirmed that the documentary will be released, irrespective of the team’s championship outcome. This project aligns the Celtics with other Boston sports teams, like the Red Sox and the New England Patriots, each having their own documentary.

Fan reactions vary; some question the need for a season-long documentary, while others see it as an opportunity to gain deeper insights into the team dynamics. Despite concerns about distraction, the Celtics’ performance this season has been dominant. However, given their history of playoff disappointments, uncertainties linger about their ability to secure a championship.

Drawing a parallel to ‘The Last Dance,’ which documented the 1998 Chicago Bulls, a team with a storied history and a legendary figure in Michael Jordan, the modern-day Celtics lack such accolades. Unlike the 90s Bulls, the Celtics have not proven themselves in the NBA postseason and lack a championship. Jayson Tatum, though talented, doesn’t command the same presence as Michael Jordan.

With an impressive 43-12 record this season, the Celtics lead the Eastern Conference. The hope is that this could be their breakthrough year for a championship, potentially turning the documentary into a classic. However, the team’s past playoff struggles raise doubts about their ability to clinch the title. Fans are cautiously optimistic, hoping that the documentary production does not serve as a distraction and potentially impact the team’s performance negatively. The outcome of both the season and the documentary remains uncertain.