Boston.com · Jun 24, 2023
Kendrick Perkins explains why he’s ‘still not over’ the Celtics trading Marcus Smart
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It’s difficult to recall a trade in recent history that has a wider range of opinions from fans, analysts, and others in the basketball world than this one.
Some feel the Celtics improved significantly by acquiring Kristaps Porzingis and won’t feel Marcus Smart’s absence. Others believe they’re making a major mistake trading away their vocal leader and best defender for an injury-prone player.