The Boston trades

Jrue Holiday for Anfernee Simons & Picks Traded veteran guard Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers. Received rising guard Anfernee Simons along with two future second-round picks This move eases luxury tax pressure (~$40 M saved) and injects offensive upside while younger player Simons’ contract expires next season. Kristaps Porzingis Blockbuster Porzingis is expected to move in a three‑team deal with Atlanta and Brooklyn: To Hawks: Porzingis + a Boston second-rounder To Nets: Terance Mann + the Hawks’ No. 22 pick To Celtics: Stretch forward Georges Niang + another second-round pick This unloads another big salary, trims luxury tax exposure, and shores up roster flexibility