Sep 19, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jae Crowder (99) reacts with Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) react after a three point basket by Crowder during the second half of game three of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2020 NBA Playoffs at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images Kim Klement-Imagn Images

Celtics Notes: Ex-Celtic Could Retire, Lakers Targeting Another Celtics Star, More Trades Incoming?

Originally posted on Boston Celtics on SI
By Gabe Smallson | Last updated Jul 23, 2025 8:59 AM ET

A former Boston Celtics forward may retire from the NBA after there is reportedly not much of a market for the 35-year-old. The forward only played in nine games this past season as a member of the Sacramento Kings.

Additionally, the rival Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly targeting another former Celtics All-NBA defender. After the surprise Marcus Smart signing, the purple and gold are now linked to another defensive specialist and former Celtic.

Finally, it appears that Boston is far from finished making deals this offseason. Amid Jayson Tatum's brutal Achilles tear and a roster that is far from recognizable compared to just a few short months ago, a front office executive asserted that the phones will continue to be ringing in Boston.

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