The Boston Celtics just made the boldest move of the NBA offseason—trading away both Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis to reset their payroll and prepare for a season without franchise cornerstone Jayson Tatum, who’s expected to miss the entire year recovering from a torn Achilles.
In this clip from Missing the Point, Dave Clarke, Bob Kelly, and Mike Marcangelo break down what these trades mean for the Celtics’ short- and long-term future. With the team now under the second apron, are the Celtics entering a quiet rebuild, or are they simply keeping the door open for flexibility in 2026 and beyond?
We examine the real cost of losing Jrue Holiday’s veteran leadership and playoff poise, the gamble involved in letting go of a unicorn like KP, and whether Brad Stevens has a bigger plan in motion. Plus, we debate whether this opens the door for Boston to get younger, focus on development, or pivot toward a full-scale tank job.
And what about Jaylen Brown? How does this affect his role, usage, and leadership expectations next season? Is Joe Mazzulla the right coach to guide a retooled, Tatum-less roster? And is Sam Hauser the next to go as the team evaluates trade value for complementary pieces?
You’ll also hear reactions to Ace Bailey’s surprising draft slide and whether his landing spot could have ripple effects for the Celtics’ rebuild timeline.
⏱️ What You’ll Hear in This Clip:
Emotional and strategic impact of losing Jrue Holiday
KP’s injury risk vs. his unique offensive skillset
Brad Stevens’ possible cap-clearing strategy
Boston’s goals without Tatum: compete, tread water, or tank?
Hauser’s value and possible trade scenarios
Ace Bailey’s upside and how he fits into the Celtics’ draft board
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