The Boston Celtics made a brilliant move by trading for All-Star point guard Jrue Holiday in a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers, made possible by the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, Holiday’s team last season.
The UCLA alum’s addition instantly made the Celtics championship favorites, despite Lillard’s star power boosting the contention profile of the Bucks. Holiday is known for his elite perimeter defense and his ability to make crucial stops in high-pressure moments. He’s widely regarded as one of the best defenders in the NBA who has a significant impact on the court and understands his opponents’ tendencies.
The folks behind the “Swish Central” YouTube channel recently put together a breakdown of how the deal helps boost Boston’s title odds.
Check it out in the clip embedded above to hear their thoughts for yourself.
Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ
