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Jrue Holiday is a big bet for the Celtics with potential for an impressive payout

On Sunday, Brad Stevens swung his second stunning trade of the offseason, acquiring former Bucks star Jrue Holiday in exchange for a package that included two first-round picks, Malcolm Brogdon and Robert Williams.

Frankly, it’s difficult to know where to begin unpacking those 33 words, which are absolutely loaded with implications for the Celtics — past, present and future.

But let’s break this down into three parts:

  • What does the package mean for the Celtics?
  • What will Jrue Holiday bring to the table?
  • What does Brad Stevens seem to envision for this team?