The Celtics are reportedly moving on from big man Noah Vonleh, with Boston trading both the 27-year-old forward and cash considerations to the San Antonio Spurs, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. The Celtics will receive a future second-round pick as part of the deal, according to Brian Robb of MassLive.
The timing of Thursday’s deal makes plenty of sense for the Celtics, considering Vonleh’s one-year contract with Boston was set to be fully guaranteed on Jan. 7. By moving Vonleh, the Celtics open up a roster spot ahead of the trade/buyout market — while also saving on the luxury tax with the forward now off the books.