Boston Celtics traded center Kristaps Porzingis to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night, reportedly a financial decision. The deal involved sending Porzingis to Atlanta in exchange for forward Georges Niang and a second-round pick. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed the news.
Porzingis took to social media to express gratitude towards the Celtics organization, coaches, staff, teammates, and fans. He stated that Boston will always hold a special place in his heart, thanking the team for their classiness. Porzingis is nearing the end of his current contract and will become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 season, potentially leading to a return to Boston if the team improves their finances.
Source: https://nesn.com/2025/06/kristaps-porzingis-sends-message-to-celtics-fans-after-trade