Damian Lillard requested a trade from the Blazers to the Miami Heat on the first day of the NBA offseason. The player has made it clear that he has only one destination in his mind. The situation went back and forth from time to time, but Damian is still a part of the Blazers’ roster.
The Blazers listened to the trade request but are not happy with the package the Heats are offering, and despite the consequences, the player has stated if he is sent somewhere else, other offers are being considered. The latest addition to the probable destination of an Unhappy Damian is the Boston Celtics. Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Boston Celtics involving Damian Lillard!
What would the Celtics offer for Damian Lillard?
The Celtics might send Malcolm Brogdon, Sam Houser, Luke Kornet, Payton Pritchard, Robert Williams, the Warriors’ top-four protected first-round pick, and one unprotected first-round pick each from the years 2025 and 2027. Lastly, they would also add a 2029 first-round pick with top-five protection. All the Blazers would have to give them in return is Damian.
Clippers, Timberwolves, Celtics, and Pelicans are all among teams "to reach out" about a potential Damian Lillard trade, per B/R's @ChrisBHaynes pic.twitter.com/6fFaLZwTFd
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 3, 2023
What have Damian Lillard and his agent said about the trade?
Damian told the Blazers that he wants to move out to the Miami Heat, but he neither has the power to decide nor a no-trade clause. His agent has taken the situation into his hands and publicly commented that if the player is not sent where he desires, there would be consequences. The player might not show up to the training camp if traded somewhere other than Miami. Would the Celtics like to take the chance of signing an unhappy player?
The Boston Celtics are trading for 6x All star Damian Lillard sources tell ESPN.
All star Jaylen brown is expected to be included in the trade that will send him to Portland. pic.twitter.com/xdsDIXz3SL
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@Bbbbb033808219) July 25, 2023
What is Blazers’ situation with Damian Lillard?
Blazers mean business, and since they are not happy with what the Heats have offered, they are considering other destinations for Damian. The player is inclined toward playing for the Heats, but this trade would land him in Boston. Not playing would result in multiple fines. What would the veteran do?
The Blazers and Damian saga is nowhere close to the climax. But would the Celtics bet their resources on somebody who does not want to play for them? Would the Blazers keep Damian to themselves? Will Miami offer a better package? We will keep you updated.
