Celtics Trade Jrue Holiday to Blazers for Anfernee Simons and Picks in Cap-Cutting Move
The Boston Celtics are trading veteran guard Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Anfernee Simons and two future second-round draft picks, according to multiple sources familiar with the deal. The trade helps the Celtics significantly lower their projected luxury tax bill by shedding the final two years of Holiday’s contract, which is worth approximately $72 million. While Holiday played a key role in Boston’s recent championship run, the move reflects the team’s shift toward financial flexibility and long-term roster planning.