How do you feel about Georges Niang joining the Boston Celtics?
Celtics Add Georges Niang in Major Trade to Trim Luxury Tax
Georges Niang has been traded to the Boston Celtics as part of a blockbuster three-team deal involving the Hawks and Nets. The trade sent Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta while helping Boston slash its luxury tax bill by over $180 million. Niang, a Massachusetts native and former Iowa State star, shot 40.6% from three last season and offers bench shooting and veteran presence. While some Celtics fans remember his 2023 playoff altercation with Jaylen Brown, many see Niang as a good short-term fit, especially with Tatum recovering from injury. The move reflects Boston's financial maneuvering under the NBA’s second apron rule. Whether Niang sticks around after his expiring contract remains to be seen, but for now, he’s positioned to make a real impact in green.
Options
- Great move – fits the team perfectly
- Decent depth piece
- Not excited – he's overrated
- Bad fit, should've kept Porzingis