Perhaps the more notable move was the Celtics’ decision to trade Georges Niang to the Utah Jazz. Following the deal, Sports Illustrated’s Alex Kirschenbaum believes that a 6-foot-7 NBA champion forward could be the next contributor to leave the franchise.

The Jazz absorb Niang's salary into the John Collins trade exception. We can expect Niang to log consistent minutes off the bench, at least early in the season. Luis joins the Celtics on a two-way contract months after signing with Utah.

The Celtics have made some moves, trading Georges Niang to the Utah Jazz and signing former Toronto Raptors backup big man Chris Boucher.

Boucher was Toronto’s all-time franchise record in points, rebounds, blocks, minutes and games played off the bench. The post Celtics reportedly sign veteran big man Chris Boucher to 1-year deal appeared first on Boston.

The Boston Celtics traded forward Georges Niang and two second-round draft picks to the Utah Jazz to acquire rookie forward RJ Luis Jr., ESPN reported Tuesday.