The Boston Celtics are reportedly considering trade options for Kristaps Porzingis as they look to manage salary cap pressure ahead of next season.
According to HoopsHype , several NBA executives believe the team will explore potential moves involving the Latvian center, who is owed $30.73 million and remains under contract through the 2025–26 campaign.
“ Boston needs to get off two big salaries at least, or they’ll have massive tax implications ,” one NBA executive told HoopsHype. “ Tatum’s injury lets them use next year as a gap year to audition other players or young guys .”
Porzingis was a key contributor during the Celtics ’ championship run but was recently limited in the playoffs due to an unspecified illness.
With luxury tax concerns looming, Boston may evaluate trade