The Boston Celtics have already reshaped their roster this offseason, parting ways with two of their championship pieces—veteran guard Jrue Holiday and starting big man Kristaps Porzingis. The two were traded to the Portland Trail Blazers and Atlanta Hawks, respectively. The moves saved over $180 million in luxury-tax obligations, and with forward Jayson Tatum set to miss most or all of the 2025-26 following an Achilles tear, the Celtics are making big changes.
But despite the big trades, Boston hasn’t stopped receiving offers and are reportedly exploring every avenue to align their cap situation, as they hope to remain competitive while anticipating Tatum's return.
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4), guard Jaylen Brown (7), guard Payton Pritchard (11) and guard Derrick White (9)
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday (4), guard Jaylen Brown (7), guard Payton Pritchard (11) and guard Derrick White (9)
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Amid these speculations, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints provided some new intel ahead of Wednesday’s draft night. Per Siegel, the Utah Jazz have made an aggressive pitch to acquire one of Boston’s biggest contracts—Brown. The Jazz reportedly approached Boston to explore what it would take to land the 2024 Finals MVP.
However, the news was not well received by Lakers fans, with some predicting the deal could involve longtime LA target—Walker Kessler. Fans immediately took to social media to express their displeasure.
"DANNY HATES LAL. THATS IT YALL HAHAHAHA," another fan added.
"Smh. They might give the Celtics Walker Kessler, Sexton, and John Collins," wrote another.
"We’re really about to be stuck with garbage bigs," another fan mentioned.
"Kessler going to the [expletive] Celtics. CAN THIS DAY GET ANY WORSE?" a fan questioned.
"Deandre ayton it isðð," another fan posted.
"Stg I’m about to crash out," said another.