Celtics waive Perry Jones III and Corey Walden

Perry Jones III did not stand out of the crowd enough for the Celtics. AP Photo/Steven SenneThe Boston Celtics waived forward Perry Jones III on Saturday while trimming to the 15-man roster limit in advance of Wednesday’s season opener.

The Celtics acquired Jones from the tax-shedding Oklahoma City Thunder in July in exchange for a second-round pick and cash that will help pay his $2 million salary.

Boston also released training-camp invite Corey Walden, who could land with the Maine Red Claws of the NBA Development League.

Boston was intrigued by the 25-year-old Jones, a first-round pick in the 2012 draft, particularly because of his athleticism and ability to defend multiple positions. Jones…