Celtics Trade Porzingis, Holiday in Roster Shakeup

The Boston Celtics have traded Kristaps Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks and Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers in a bid to get under the NBA's second salary cap apron, breaking up their 2024 championship core. Jayson Tatum, currently sidelined with an Achilles injury, posted farewell messages to both players, emphasizing the strong bonds within the team. Porzingis and Holiday expressed gratitude to Boston, with Porzingis assuring fans of his health and his intent to represent Latvia in EuroBasket. The Hawks hope Porzingis will be a key contributor alongside Trae Young, while Boston is now considering further moves involving stars like Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. The trades mark a significant roster reshuffle for Boston and have prompted mixed reactions among fans. These moves highlight the challenging personal and financial decisions NBA franchises must make.