The Portland Trail Blazers and Boston Celtics have finalized a trade involving Anfernee Simons and Jrue Holiday, with the deal now a straightforward player swap after a review of Holiday's medicals, which did not reveal any major issues, leading to a slight modification in the original terms.
Anfernee Simons has officially been traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Jrue Holiday, marking the end of his tenure with the Blazers where he was a key player and all-time 3-point shooter, expressing gratitude to teammates, coaches, and fans.
The Boston Celtics made significant roster moves, including trades for Anfernee Simons and Georges Niang, and signed Luka Garza and Josh Minott in free agency, aiming to improve team flexibility and shooting while bidding farewell to key players Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.
The Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Blazers for Anfernee Simons, with the originally planned second-round picks removed from the deal after a medical review, as part of their offseason roster adjustments.
The Portland Trail Blazers traded Anfernee Simons to the Boston Celtics for Jrue Holiday, with the deal now involving no draft picks after a review of Holiday's medicals led to a slight modification of the original terms. Holiday, a two-time NBA champion, is set to wear No. 5 in Portland and has a substantial contract, while Simons, a key player for the Blazers, averaged 19.3 points last season.
Oregon Senate Republican Leader Daniel Bonham criticized the Portland Trail Blazers' recent trade of Anfernee Simons for Jrue Holiday, expressing concern over the team's management and emphasizing the franchise's cultural and economic importance to Oregon, while supporting efforts to keep the team in Portland amid potential sale and relocation discussions.
The Boston Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks, as part of their offseason roster adjustments, aiming to balance their salary cap and improve their team with a focus on three-point shooting, despite a defensive downgrade.
The Boston Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks, primarily to reduce salary cap issues and clear future salary commitments, with Holiday expected to bolster Portland's defense and leadership while the Celtics continue to adjust their roster for financial flexibility.
The Boston Celtics traded Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Anfernee Simons and two second-round picks, aiming to reduce their salary cap and retool for the future amid team injuries and financial considerations.
The No Ceilings team discusses the Portland Trail Blazers' draft strategy, debating between potential and value. They highlight the excitement around Scoot Henderson, Shaedon Sharpe, and Anfernee Simons, and suggest Portland should consider upside swings with one of their two picks, particularly at #14. They also explore various player options and the idea of taking the best player available at #7.
Anfernee Simons discusses the Portland Trail Blazers' loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, praising Deandre Ayton's performance and expressing his willingness to let Scoot Henderson take the lead as the team's point guard. Despite the defeat, Simons believes the team played well and looks ahead to their upcoming rematch with the Timberwolves.
The Portland Trail Blazers fell to the Denver Nuggets 120-108, despite strong offensive performances from Scoot Henderson and Anfernee Simons. Nikola Jokic led the Nuggets with a triple-double, while the Blazers struggled to contain Denver's offense throughout the game. Despite a strong second quarter, the Blazers were unable to mount a successful comeback in the second half, ultimately falling short in their efforts.
Damian Lillard's return to Portland as a Milwaukee Buck ends in a 119-116 upset win for the Blazers, who honored him with a tribute video and a standing ovation. Despite a less-than-stellar performance from Lillard, Anfernee Simons' game-winner secured the victory for the rebuilding Blazers, while the Bucks continue to grapple with defensive issues under new head coach Doc Rivers.
The Portland Trail Blazers secured a blowout victory against the Philadelphia 76ers, with Jerami Grant leading the charge in the first half and Scoot Henderson shining in the fourth quarter. Anfernee Simons showcased his ability to finish at the rim, while Deandre Ayton's return added depth to the team's offense. The Blazers capitalized on their defensive strengths, converting turnovers into points, and now face the Milwaukee Bucks in their next game. The performances of Grant and Malcolm Brogdon may complicate trade decisions as the NBA trade deadline approaches.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the depleted Portland Trail Blazers despite an imperfect performance, with Victor Wembanyama leading the way with 23 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. Anfernee Simons scored 40 for the Blazers, but their offensive struggles led to a 116-100 loss. The game saw back-and-forth action, but the Spurs ultimately pulled away in the fourth quarter to secure their ninth win of the season.