Celtics' Shocking Trade for Jrue Holiday - NBA's Biggest Surprise

The Boston Celtics made a huge trade, getting Jrue Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers.

The Celtics gave up Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, and two future draft picks to get Holiday.

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Jrue Holiday is a star player known for offense and defense, making the Celtics a stronger team.

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Holiday can score from anywhere on the court, making him a valuable addition to the team.

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He's also a great defender, which will help the Celtics stop their opponents from scoring.

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Holiday's leadership and experience in playoffs will be essential for the team.

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Celtics fans are excited about this trade and have high hopes for the team.

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The Celtics aim to do well in the playoffs with Holiday on the team.

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Fans can't wait for the new season to see how Holiday performs with the Celtics.

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Overall, this trade is a big deal for the Celtics and their fans, and they're looking forward to seeing the team succeed with Jrue Holiday.

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