Kristaps Porziņģis and Jrue Holiday, on the other hand, though not quite mercenaries, only recently joined the team. Moving them will be easier on a sentimental level. KP’s contract expiring after 2025-26 helps, too.
Moving either or both for younger players who haven’t quite made their mark yet makes too much sense not too happen.
Sam Hauser’s outside shooting and reasonable contract could make him a target for plenty of teams around the league, too.
Boston finding a way to move up in the 2025 draft doesn’t feel out of the question, either. They have the No. 28 pick right now, but they could pair that with a second and one of the above to land someone a bit higher in the first round.
With Tatum out in 2025-26, this coming season could be big for the development of young players.
Expect all of the above to lead to multiple deals this summer.
