The Boston Celtics are exploring the possibility of signing nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard, who was recently waived by the Milwaukee Bucks. They face challenges as both Lillard and Celtics star Jayson Tatum are undergoing rehabilitation for injuries. The Celtics are preparing for a potential gap year without Tatum while considering the future implications of Lillard's uncertain return timeline. The team's financial constraints following recent trades may affect the feasibility of a deal, yet Lillard's addition could significantly enhance the team's prospects when combined with Tatum's eventual return.
"League sources say the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are known to be among the many teams that would have interest in doing a deal sooner rather than later."
"From Boston's side, the Celtics are planning for a possible gap year without Tatum (who does not yet have a return timeline), and may already have more of an eye on the following season."
"Given that the Celtics only just escaped a massive luxury tax bill due to the trading of starters Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis, it's unclear exactly what the team's terms to Lillard could even look like."
"If the former All-NBA First Teamer could return to even a fragment of his previous level, it would help Boston offset the loss of Holiday and Porzingis."
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