Celtics trade grade for Anfernee Simons-Jrue Holiday swap can only be one letter
Clearly, the Portland Trail Blazers wanted an improved defensive identity.
But in the process, they just handed the Boston Celtics an A-plus.
That's the grade the Celtics deserve for the Anfernee Simons-Jrue Holiday trade, in which two second-round picks also go from Portland to Boston with Simons for Holiday.
There's nothing bad about this deal for the Celtics. Nothing.
Holiday was more expensive and was locked up for three more years that would feature clear decline from the 35-year old guard.
Simons will be extension eligible and could be facing a big payday, yes, but he's also a 26-year old rising star. And because Simons' contract is expiring after this season, if he flops, Boston still got out of the Holiday deal for no real cost. But it could work out really well for the Celtics with Simons, too.
For the last three seasons, Simons has been a stud for Portland. His averages in this most recent three-year stretch are 20.7 points per game, 4.7 assists per game, 37.4% from 3-point range and 90.4% from the foul line.
Maybe his fit wasn't perfect with the Blazers. But with the Celtics? Look out.
This team just attempted more 3-pointers than any team ever. Simons will gladly join that party.
With Jayson Tatum out for a year with his torn Achilles, Simons can be the second scoring option behind Jaylen Brown.
When Tatum is back, the floor spacing and shot creation abilities will be absolutely off the charts.
This is a home run for Boston. No one thought Holiday could net an in-the-prime star like this.
Somehow, Boston even got two picks in the deal, too.
Brad Stevens is a wizard, and the Celtics continue to be a force to be reckoned with.
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