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The Boston Celtics gave Jeff Green an unexpected gift. Green is out with his heart condition for the season, but he still managed to make the news as Boston withdrew their qualifying offer to the young power forward. The move now means that next season Green is an unrestricted free agent free to sign with any team of his choosing. The Celtics by Green and his agents own admissions have done everything right by Green in this tough medical situation. They have put Jeff Green’s health first the entire way.The Celtics have exposed him to the best doctors, been constantly keeping an eye on him, and have kept his spirits up by keeping him the loop of the team. This move follows suit with that same spirit. The hardest part for Green next year is going to be to prove to teams that not only is he medically fit, but mentally fit to play basketball. This type of injury is a very scary experience that could change the way a guy plays the game. Is Green going to be thinking in the back o...
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