NBA Trade Rumors: Channing Frye suggests a blockbuster package that can help Boston Celtics land CJ McCollum
The Boston Celtics will be a team to keep an eye on in the offseason, as Brad Stevens' side will be looking to strengthen their squad. NBA trade rumors have linked the franchise with a number of superstars, as the team plans to mount a challenge for the championship next season. In the latest round of NBA trade rumors, Channing Frye commented on what the Celtics require to trade for CJ McCollum.
NBA Trade Rumors: Channing Frye suggests players Boston Celtics would need to move to get CJ McCollum
It is not controversial to say that CJ McCollum is one of the most underrated players in the league. The Portland Trail Blazers shooting guard has quietly racked up excellent numbers in the last few seasons, playing alongside the more illustrious Damian Lillard, who gets the majority of the limelight.
An elite mid-range shooter, McCollum has a knack for mixing up his scoring with efficient playmaking, making him one of the best combo guards in the league.
NBA trade rumors suggest that the Boston Celtics are willing to give up major assets for a star player this offseason, and McCollum is just the player to fulfill their needs. The Portland Trail Blazers star can play on and off the ball, which is a critical skill considering the presence of Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum on the Boston Celtics team.
However, McCollum's services will not come at a cheap price for the Boston Celtics, and former Portland Trail Blazers star Channing Frye gave an insight on what could it cost them to prise McCollum away:
“If you want CJ McCollum and somebody, you’d have to give me Jaylen Brown and Marcus Smart…That’s what I see CJ’s value as.”
The Boston Celtics are expected to have an eventful offseason, with NBA trade rumors indicating that they might lose star forward Gordon Hayward. The Celtics are expected to be championship contenders next season, and an NBA trade for CJ McCollum has the potential to elevate them to that level.
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