“An uber-expensive roster won’t bring in any high-priced talent given all of the second-apron trade restrictions, so the Boston Celtics will need to go bargain hunting instead,” Swartz said.
“(Javonte) Green is an athletic, versatile wing who could fill minutes when Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown miss a game or need a night off.”
Green is on an expiring, 1-year deal with a cap hit of just over $2 million. He’s averaging 9.8 points and 5.2 rebounds per 36 minutes for the Pelicans this season in 25 games played.
The 31-year-old began his NBA career in Boston in 2019-20 and was traded to the Chicago Bulls in the middle of the following season. He’s known for his extreme athleticism but is also an underrated three-point threat having shot over 37 percent from distance in multiple seasons.
Should Brad Stevens bring back Green?