The recent trades by the Boston Celtics have sparked significant discussion. The Celtics managed to trade Drew Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis, effectively shedding $28 million in contracts and positioning themselves well under the second apron, which alleviates potential luxury tax burdens and opens up various roster benefits.

With the acquisitions of Anfernee Simons from Portland and Georges Niang, these moves appear strategic as they bolster the roster while maintaining flexibility for the future. Despite speculation about the Celtics' competitiveness next season, the current roster, led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, still looks capable of contending in a weakened Eastern Conference.