Celtics' Anfernee Simons trade plans clear if latest rumor comes true

Portland Trail Blazers, Anfernee Simons, NBA Trade Rumors, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, Brooklyn Nets | Soobum Im/GettyImages According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, the Boston Celtics have continued to search for an Anfernee Simons trade partner. And in the process, they will consider consolidation moves in which they could add extra depth to the roster by using Simons’ contract.

“Three goals exist for the Celtics right now,” Siegel wrote. “Aside from remaining competitive and finding ways to further cut their overall tax bill, Boston wants to maintain financial flexibility. Simons is in the final year of his contract and making $27.6 million, giving the Celtics a large buffer to work…