Who did the Boston Celtics acquire from the Chicago Bulls?

The Boston Celtics acquired center Nikola Vučević from the Chicago Bulls.

What did the Boston Celtics give up in the trade for Nikola Vučević?

The Boston Celtics traded guard Anfernee Simons to the Chicago Bulls.

How does the Nikola Vučević trade impact the Celtics' finances?

The acquisition of Vučević helps the Celtics move closer to getting out of luxury tax territory.

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Celtics Swap Simons for Bulls' Vučević

4 Feb

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Summary

Celtics acquire Nikola Vučević from Bulls.
Anfernee Simons traded to Chicago in the deal.
Trade helps Celtics move closer to luxury tax relief.

The Boston Celtics have completed a trade, acquiring center Nikola Vučević from the Chicago Bulls. In return, the Celtics sent guard Anfernee Simons to Chicago. Future second-round picks were also part of the transaction between the two franchises.

This move is expected to help the Celtics significantly in their efforts to get out of luxury tax territory. Both players are currently on expiring contracts, with Simons earning $27.7 million and Vučević making $21.5 million for the current season.

Simons, 26, had a notable tenure with the Celtics, averaging 14.2 points and providing valuable sharpshooting and playmaking. Coach Joe Mazzulla often praised his mindset in his role. Despite this, the Celtics identified a greater need for a center like Vučević.