Celtics Overhaul Roster Ahead of Rebuilding Season

The Boston Celtics are entering a transitional offseason after Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury, treating the next season as a non-competitive gap year. Key players Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis have been traded, and both Al Horford and Luke Kornet are likely to leave, with Horford expected to join the Golden State Warriors. The team aims to avoid luxury tax penalties while restructuring the roster and may trade forward Georges Niang to align better with future plans. Speculation has arisen that Boston could target Damian Lillard, who is also recovering from an Achilles tear, as part of their long-term strategy for a title run in 2026-27. Brad Stevens is focused on reshaping the team for the next championship window rather than short-term success. The upcoming season is widely seen as a rebuilding period for the franchise.