Inside the Boston Celtics’ trade for Jrue Holiday

Will the blockbuster swap be what the Celtics need to push them over the top in their pursuit of a league-record 18th title?

The Boston Celtics‘ trade for All-Star point guard Jrue Holiday has sparked debate and speculation among NBA analysts.

The trade involved giving up big man Robert Williams III, a promising player with injury concerns, and 2023 Sixth Man of the Year guard Malcolm Brogdon, whose value was substantial despite a tendon injury. Will the blockbuster swap be what the Celtics need to push them over the top in their pursuit of a league-record 18th title? Or does Boston have more work to do shaping this team into the title contender ownership wants this ball club to be?

In a recent podcast discussion from “The Athletic NBA Show”, the hosts dissect the factors that led to this major trade for the Celtics and its implications this season and beyond.

Take a look at the clip embedded above to hear their thoughts on this critical trade for Boston.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ

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