NBA Trade Verdict
Slight Charlotte Edge
Boston acquired 2030 conditional second-round pick from Hornets in exchange for Xavier Tillman; $3.5 million cash.
February 5, 2026 Boston Celtics / Charlotte Hornets Record confidence: Private Record
Boston Celtics Received
- Draft Pick 2030 conditional second-round pick
Charlotte Hornets Received
- Player Xavier Tillman
- Cash $3.5 million cash
Trade Analysis
Boston Celtics Perspective
Boston sent Xavier Tillman, cash and a future second for a heavily protected second-round return. The tax savings were meaningful, but Charlotte obtained the stronger tangible package.