Celtics reportedly trade Noah Vonleh, cash considerations to Spurs

Noah Vonleh averaged 1.1 points per game and 2.1 rebounds per game with Boston.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…