The Boston Celtics are on an impressive run this season, solidifying themselves as top contenders for another championship. With a 54-19 record and a seven-game winning streak, they have emerged as the most complete team in the NBA.
Boston’s success stems from its well-balanced roster, featuring a dominant starting five of Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, and Derrick White. Their depth is further strengthened by key role players like Payton Pritchard, Sam Hauser, and veteran Al Horford.
However, despite their depth and dominance, financial constraints may force the Celtics to make roster changes in the offseason. Following the team’s $6.1 billion sale to Bill Chisholm, Boston remains a second-apron team, meaning they face heavy luxury tax penalties unless they manage their salaries wisely.
People around the league believe the Celtics will eventually have to trade someone, with Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday as names to watch, per @JakeLFischer
“‘They’re going to have to trade some guys at some point,’ one team capologist told The Stein Line. The two major… pic.twitter.com/f9M0gyqWH3
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) March 28, 2025
NBA Insider Jake Fischer has reported that the Celtics may need to trade a key player, with Porzingis and Holiday as potential candidates. “They’re going to have to trade some guys at some point,” a team capologist told The Stein Line.
Porzingis, who is entering the final year of his contract with a $30 million salary next season, could be moved for a player with a longer-term deal, potentially saving Boston $218 million in luxury tax. Meanwhile, Holiday is owed $104 million over the next three seasons, and with Derrick White and Payton Pritchard proving to be reliable, Boston might consider trading him to ease financial pressure.
While the Celtics’ primary focus is on capturing another title, their long-term future remains uncertain. It will be intriguing to see how new ownership handles these financial decisions once the offseason arrives.