After 'short-lived' Celtics stint, Jrue Holiday says he's happy in Portland

Jrue Holiday's New Chapter in Portland

Former Celtics guard Jrue Holiday is excited about his future with the Portland Trail Blazers, contrary to popular opinion.

Holiday joined the Celtics in 2023 and played a crucial role in their 18th championship win. However, he was traded to Portland this offseason in exchange for guard Anfernee Simons.

“Everyone was assuming I was miserable or unhappy with it,”

Holiday told media platform Andscape, expressing his enthusiasm for the trade. He received a call from Celtics president Brad Stevens, after which he felt

“super excited”
about the move.

Author's summary: Jrue Holiday is happy with his new team.

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Boston.com Boston.com — 2025-10-16