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The Boston Celtics are facing a historic payroll heading into the offseason. They will try to shed salary, likely Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porziņģis to get under the dreaded second apron. Big men Al Horford and Luke Kornet are also free agents. It’s unclear if Boston will be able to afford both of them. Horford seems primed to play his 19th season and can still contribute at … [Read more...] about Beloved Celtics Big Man’s Future With the Team is Unclear

The Boston Celtics are undoubtedly set to shake up their roster this summer, with Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis being the most likely players on the move. Derrick White is one player who is surely valued around the league, but shouldn’t and won’t be moved. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype confirmed this in a recent report. “Derrick White, who turns 31 in July, has always drawn … [Read more...] about Celtics Set to Make Obvious Derrick White Decision

During Utah Jazz president of basketball operations Austin Ainge’s introductory press conference, he made one comment that stuck out above the rest. Asked about whether his new employer would continue its tanking strategy, the former Boston Celtics assistant general manager replied: “You won’t see that this year.” (h/t KSL Sports on X) A once proud organization, the Jazz … [Read more...] about How The Jazz Can Take A(nother) Page Out Of The Celtics Book

It is well known that the Los Angeles Lakers are desperately searching to fill their biggest need this offseason. But what is general manager Rob Pelinka looking for in a new center? Who are the “realistic” targets for the Lakers, and what does it mean for Jaxson Hayes? Los Angeles has been linked to nearly every NBA center since rescinding their trade for Charlotte Hornets‘ … [Read more...] about Analyzing Fits Of 11 Potential Targets For Lakers To Fill Their Most Glearing Need

As the Brooklyn Nets rebuild, they might target an asset from their Eastern Conference rival, the Boston Celtics. With luxury tax limits restricting the team and Celtics stars pushing for big moves, trading Derrick White to the Nets could become a realistic option. Nets Could Be A Landing Spot For This Celtics Guard The reigning 2024 NBA champions fell in Game 6 of the second … [Read more...] about Nets Could Be A Landing Spot For This Celtics Guard

As the Boston Celtics seek to lower their payroll, a trade could be the solution. Jrue Holiday has been rumored to be one of the players they’re looking to move, but should the Brooklyn Nets acquire him? Should The Nets Trade For This 2-Time NBA Champion? Holiday, 34, is one of the NBA’s top defensive guards. He has three years remaining on his $134 million contract and will … [Read more...] about Should The Nets Trade For This 2-Time NBA Champion?

With the futures of Kristaps Porziņģis, Al Horford, and Luke Kornet all uncertain, adding center depth will be a priority for the Boston Celtics this summer. The NBA Draft presents a perfect opportunity to add a high impact player on a cheap salary. Creighton’s Ryan Kalkbrenner stands out as a clear target for the Celtics in the draft at either pick No. 28 or 32. Let’s dive … [Read more...] about Celtics’ Draft Targets: Decorated College Big Man Would be an Ideal Fit

Is Naz Reid planning on leaving the Minnesota Timberwolves this summer? Reid has one more year left on his three-year, nearly $42 million rookie extension that he signed two summers ago. However, next season is a player option for the 25-year, and according to  Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, he is expected to decline it. “Reid has a $15 million option that many around the … [Read more...] about What Would Losing Young Big Man Mean In Free Agency Mean For Wolves, And Potential Suitors