The Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons might get traded to the Boston Celtics this offseason. The 24-year-old is one of the best youngsters out there, and the Blazers might choose to trade him for the high returns he would bring now. But on the other hand, they can keep him as well, and he has the full potential to be their face in the near future.
The IMG Academy product played 62 games for the Blazers last season and averaged 21.1 points, 4.1 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game while shooting 37.7 percent 3-pointers. Jerami Grant was extended, and he can not be traded anytime soon. The Blazers will keep him for the time being. Damian is determined to leave. Is it a good time to move, Simons? If good offers are made, any team can consider selling any player. Can the Celtics land the young guard? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Boston Celtics involving Anfernee Simons.
What would the Celtics offer for Anfernee Simons?
The Celtics are expected to offer Malcolm Brogdon, Payton Pritchard and a first-round pick each from the years 2025 and 2027 in exchange for the Blazers’ #1. The trade is not a necessity; the Blazers can get draft capital by trading off Damian, but it is up to them if they want to keep Simons or trade him for assets as well.
Anfernee Simons on Damian Lillard's trade request:
"I'm always going to support him no matter what… I was hoping one day I'd ask for his signed jersey when he retired from Portland, but if he ends up somewhere else, then I'm going to have to ask for it before." pic.twitter.com/7FzezOywPg
— Brenna Greene (@BrennaGreene_) August 12, 2023
Why would the Blazers trade-off Anfernee Simons?
The Blazers will get two players and two draft picks in this trade, and if they were to go through the rebuilding phase, the draft picks would prove to be very valuable. Pritchard can offer his services as a backup for Henderson. Will two draft picks lure the Blazers into trading Simons?
The Blazers have the perfect opportunity to rebuild especially if Scoot Henderson falls to #3.
Trade Dame! Build around those assets from the trade + Anfernee Simons, Shaedon Sharpe, and the #3 overall pick. Your future would look like one of the best in the West.
— Matt (@sixringsofsteeI) June 15, 2023
Why would the Celtics like to sign Anfernee Simons?
This deal would make the Celtics a bit more diverse, and they will also get rid of less durable Brogdon. They will land one of the best offensive players and would be a great addition to the roster which is already prepared to contend.
Will the Blazers part ways with two of their guards in the same window? We’ll keep you updated.
