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Clippers Trade Rumors: Zubac Linked to Celtics Deal
4 Feb
Summary
- Celtics reportedly offered Simons and two picks for Zubac.
- Zubac averages 14.4 points and 11.1 rebounds this season.
- Clippers are also considering trading James Harden.
Recent reports indicate the Boston Celtics had shown interest in acquiring Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac. These trade discussions, which occurred recently, involved offers that included player Anfernee Simons along with first-round and future pick swap considerations. The Celtics ultimately pursued and acquired Nikola Vucevic from the Chicago Bulls.
Ivica Zubac is currently in his eighth season with the Clippers, having been acquired from the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019. This season, he has been a strong contributor, averaging 14.4 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists. He missed six games earlier in the season due to a left ankle sprain but has otherwise remained healthy.
Further trade speculation surrounds the Clippers, with reports suggesting they are contemplating a trade involving James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers for Darius Garland. Such a move would represent a significant shift for the team's established core. Despite a difficult start to the season, the Clippers have shown improved performance, winning 17 of their last 22 games and currently holding the ninth seed in the Western Conference.
