Bleacher Report's Dan Favale has identified two teams that might be pursuing Boston Celtics wing Sam Hauser on the trade market this offseason. On Wednesday, Favale listed Hauser as a target for the New Orleans Pelicans and Washington Wizards.
Favale described Hauser as a "volcanic shooter who fits anywhere," but did also note that "Hauser seems less gettable now that the Boston Celtics have exited tax-ducking mode."
"The Wizards' ... flexibility below the tax could render them a third-party helper as part of Beantown making a bigger swing," Favale added about Washington's potential fit as a trade partner for the Celtics.
Ridiculous no-dip three by Sam Hauser
Like, this is so impressive pic.twitter.com/d5xCJm9mty
— Noa Dalzell 🏀 (@NoaDalzell) March 3, 2026
Hauser has delivered reliable shooting for the Celtics throughout his career. The forward has appeared in 62 games this season, shooting 41.2% from the field and 39.1% from three-point range on solid volume (6.7 attempts per game from 3).
Hauser has often stepped into a starting role, with 34 starts logged this season. Recent outings show his consistency: he dropped 15 points on 5-of-10 three-point shooting in a March 8 win over Cleveland, and followed with 11 points, seven rebounds, and three assists in Tuesday's loss to San Antonio.
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