The Zoran Dragic era did not last long in Boston.
This move has been expected ever since the Celtics acquired him last month from the Miami Heat, who were looking to shed his salary to cut their luxury tax bill. Boston acquired a second-round pick and cash considerations from Miami for their troubles in exchange for a heavily protected second-rounder that is unlikely to change hands. That's just Danny being Danny, trading something for nothing.
So the Celtics will pay Dragic $1.5 mil - but they got $1.6 mil for their trouble from Miami, plus a 2020 2nd rounder @BBallInsiders
— Eric Pincus (@EricPincus) August 10, 2015
There was never really a fit for Dragic here given Boston's loaded backcourt situation, but Ainge was willing to take on his salary anyway in order to add another asset to his ever growing collection.