The Boston Celtics remain active in what has already been one of the most aggressive offseasons in recent franchise history. With Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday both traded away, the team has already saved millions in cap and luxury tax spending—while managing to get younger and more flexible in the process.
The early returns? The Celtics added Georges Niang and Anfernee Simons in separate deals—both expiring contracts that didn’t require any long-term asset sacrifice. It’s the kind of strategic reshuffling that Brad Stevens has become known for: balancing now and next.
But he might not be done yet.
Boston Targeting Center Upgrade in Blockbuster Pitch
With Jayson Tatum expected to miss the upcoming season while recovering from an Achilles injury, Boston has time to experiment. They’ve already lost two cornerstone bigs—Porzingis and longtime anchor Al Horford—and are now clearly in search of a high-impact replacement.
In a recent video breakdown, Connor Thoms of Bleacher Report proposed a five-player blockbuster trade that Boston should consider. The deal would send Domantas Sabonis from the Sacramento Kings to the Boston Celtics in exchange for several rotation players and future picks.
Here’s how the trade would look:
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Celtics receive:
• Domantas Sabonis -
Kings receive:
• Anfernee Simons
• Sam Hauser
• Georges Niang
• Neemias Queta
• Two future first-round picks
Sabonis is one of the league’s most productive centers. He’s averaged a double-double in each of the past six seasons. He rebounds at an elite level. He can pass. He’s a true pick-and-roll presence—something Boston has lacked for years.
With Jaylen Brown and Tatum carrying the scoring load, Sabonis wouldn’t need to force shots. He’d slot in as one of the team’s most efficient and versatile frontcourt weapons right away.
Celtics Could Unlock New Look Frontcourt
Alex Slitz/Getty ImagesThe Sacramento Kings could explore dealing All-Star forward Domantas Sabonis, according to a report from the Sacramento Bee.
The Celtics haven’t played with a mobile, feel-first center in years. That could change. With Derrick White running point and Tatum expected back in 2026, this deal gives Boston a chance to build something sustainable.
The price is steep. Two first-round picks. Most of their secondary assets. But both Simons and Niang are on expiring deals. The timing lines up. It’s a calculated swing—one that fills a major need without touching the core.
A frontcourt built around Sabonis, with spacing from White and Brown, could finally give Brad Stevens something he hasn’t had since his coaching days: an offense that flows from the inside out.
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