The Portland Trail Blazers have acquired two-time All-Star guard Jrue Holiday in exchange for Anfernee Simons, according to a team announcement. Holiday, known for his defensive prowess and scoring ability, comes off successful seasons with the Celtics. A six-time NBA All-Defensive Team selection, Holiday averaged 11.1 points per game in Boston last season, along with strong rebounding and assist numbers. The 32-year-old guard previously won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021 and has also been recognized for his sportsmanship and community work.
Holiday will join a Trail Blazers team looking to improve after several years of playoff contention. Simons, who spent seven seasons with the team, was traded to Boston as part of the deal. A career contributor for Portland, Simons averaged 15.0 points per game in his time with the team. The move marks a significant shift for both players, with Holiday bringing a new dimension to the Trail Blazers’ lineup and Simons starting fresh in Boston.
Source: https://www.nba.com/blazers/news/trail-blazers-acquire-two-time-all-star-jrue-holiday