The Boston Celtics want to trim down their payroll for next season, as they are currently projected to be above the NBA's second tax apron for the third straight year. That's why they will likely make a few trades this offseason.
One potential trade partner is the Sacramento Kings, who could have some interest in some of the players may make available via trade this offseason. Jake Fischer reported on The Stein Line that the Kings have their eye on Jrue Holiday, who just finished the first year of a four-year, $134.4 million contract.
Fischer wrote that "sources have duly linked Sacramento to various guards known to be available this summer. That list includes Holiday." Fischer also named other Celtics alumni like Marcus Smart and Malcolm Brogdon as potential trade targets.
The Kings could use Holiday, and CBS Sacramento's Jake Gadon confirmed the team's interest, but it doesn't sound like a deal is close. Gadon reported on ESPN 1320 that the Kings have done their due diligence on Holiday, but there's a fair amount of competition for his services.
"The Kings checked in on him and wanted to see what the price is worth and everything like that," Ham said. "My understanding (is) Boston has better offers than what the Kings are offering."
Holiday might be expensive and in his mid-30s, but he's a two-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion. He played a vital role in how the Celtics won their 18th title last year. He might not fetch much back for Boston, but it's clear he has a market.
