When the Portland Trail Blazers traded Anfernee Simons to the Boston Celtics for 35-year-old Jrue Holiday this month, Blazers fans speculated whether their front office could have found better value for their young guard. As it turns out, Boston may be asking that same question. According to Jay King of The Athletic and New York Times [subscription required], the Celtics are exploring options to flip Simons. King credits the move as salary-saving.
Looking to continue shedding salary, the Celtics have explored the idea of flipping Simons’ $27.7 million expiring contract, according to league sources.