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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 8 MIN

WIN: Boston Celtics Trade for Nikola Vucevic and SAVE $6 Million – Will This Move TRANSFORM the Playoff Run?

from Boston Balling · host Gabby Hurlbut

Boston Celtics address their frontline needs by acquiring veteran center Nikola Vucevic from the Chicago Bulls, sending Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick in exchange. Is this the boost Jayson Tatum and company need for a deep playoff run?Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down how Vucevic’s floor-stretching ability and rebounding power can reshape the Celtics’ postseason strategy. Key points include Anfernee Simons’ departure, the implications for bench scoring, salary cap relief, and the strategic use of the Kristaps Porzingis trade exception. With lingering questions about Vucevic’s playoff defense and the possibility of further moves before the deadline, Celtics fans face an intriguing road ahead. Will Boston’s new-look center rotation be enough to keep them in championship contention?

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Boston Celtics address their frontline needs by acquiring veteran center Nikola Vucevic from the Chicago Bulls, sending Anfernee Simons and a second-round pick in exchange. Is this the boost Jayson Tatum and company need for a deep playoff run? Gabby (Hurlbut) Maljanian breaks down how Vucevic’s floor-stretching ability and rebounding power can reshape the Celtics’ postseason strategy. Key points include Anfernee Simons’ departure, the implications for bench scoring, salary cap relief, and th...

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