NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Celtics Edge
Boston acquired Jrue Holiday from Blazers in exchange for Robert Williams III; Malcolm Brogdon; 2024 first-round pick (#14 Carlton Carrington); 2029 first-round pick.
October 1, 2023 Boston Celtics / Portland Trail Blazers Record confidence: Private Record
Boston Celtics Received
- Player Jrue Holiday
Portland Trail Blazers Received
- Player Robert Williams III
- Player Malcolm Brogdon
- Draft Pick 2024 first-round pick (#14 Carlton Carrington)
- Draft Pick 2029 first-round pick
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Holiday became All-Defensive First Team and the ultimate connector on the 2024 championship team, sacrificing scoring for winning. Portland got two quality veterans and two firsts, a strong return, but Boston got the championship payoff.
Portland Trail Blazers Perspective
Portland rerouted Jrue Holiday before he played a game, receiving Malcolm Brogdon, Robert Williams III, the first-round pick used on Bub Carrington and an unprotected 2029 Boston first. The immediate asset conversion was excellent, though Williams’ health and the future pick keep the final value open through mid-2026.