Brad Stevens acquired Anfernee Simons to improve scoring options, especially with Jayson Tatum expected to be out for the entire 2025-26 season. Reports suggest that the Celtics are actively looking to trade Simons to alleviate salary cap issues. Despite his possible departure, Stevens praised Simons for averaging 20.7 points and 4.7 assists over the past three seasons, emphasizing Simons' shooting ability. His performance in 2024-25 demonstrated effective 3-point shooting, positioning him as a valuable asset for Boston's offensive strategy.
I have talked to other teams that have said the Celtics are actively trying to trade Anfernee Simons. Whether they can or not is another thing.
Anfernee is a guy that people out here probably don't see as much because of the time that they play. But his ability to score, his ability to shoot the ball and make really hard shots is pretty elite.
You look at a guy that's 26 years old, that's averaged 20 [points] a game for three straight years, I think he's a really good player. And I think he can get better, and that's a big part of it.
Simons has averaged 20.7 points and 4.7 assists per contest while shooting 37.4 percent from 3-point range.
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