Celtics Notes: Anfernee Simons Trade Update, Boston Urged to Sign All-Star, Jayson Tatum Gets Honest

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The Boston Celtics have an update on what a potential Anfernee Simons trade might look like from a key insider. With getting under the second apron of the luxury tax being a major goal this offseason, it wouldn't be too shocking if the Celtics got rid of the large, expiring $27.7 million deal to get under the luxury tax fully.
Additionally, the Celtics have been urged to sign an All-Star who would be a great fit for a team in need of a new identity this season. Amid all the moves made this offseason, this player can perhaps join on a 'prove it' contract in a potential low-risk, high-reward scenario.
Finally, superstar Jayson Tatum spoke candidly on his recovery from a brutal Achilles tear. Tatum called the last month and a half the 'toughest six weeks of [his] life.'
Here’s more information on these stories and all the latest Celtics news (click the headline for the full article):
Celtics Rumors: NBA Insider Reveals Key Update on Anfernee Simons Trade
Celtics Need to Take Flier on Key Remaining Free Agent
Celtics' Jayson Tatum Gets Real on Achilles Recovery: 'Toughest Six Weeks of My Life'
Celtics’ Paul Pierce Reveals Concern Level With Jayson Tatum Getting Back to Elite Level
Celtics Tweets of the Day:
Cold-blooded in the clutch 🥶#BestofNBA pic.twitter.com/CHjF2IfmDM
— Boston Celtics (@celtics) August 21, 2025
Jayson Tatum is the 8th highest rated player in #NBA2K26 at 94 OVR!🍀@jaytatum0 | #NBA2KTop100 pic.twitter.com/HxUCXuD0ud
— NBA 2K (@NBA2K) August 21, 2025
Day 100 of posting Jayson Tatum performances until he returns
— CelticsNation JT 🙏 (@CelticsTheis) August 21, 2025
25/10/4 in a win over the Hornetspic.twitter.com/g02nmDdQV8
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