Ji Mengnian: Boston has the best medical and rehabilitation resources, which is very attractive to Lillard
According to previous reports, the Bucks will use extended clauses to cut Lillard.
Ji Mengnian, a reporter from Sports Weekly, posted a message talking about Lillard's future, and the content is as follows:
Based on all aspects of information, Lillard and the Celtics are indeed in a state of mutual intention.
Lillard and Tatum have a close relationship, and both of them are now suffering from a ruptured Achilles tendon. Lillard is not short of money and is basically unable to play next season, so he can actually choose to make a comeback another year. However, it is more likely that Lillard will sign a new team immediately after the clarification period, thus gaining access to the team's medical team and training facilities.
The Celtics are now dealing with Tatum's injuries, and Boston has the best medical and rehabilitation resources in the United States. This is a very attractive condition for Lillard.
The Celtics may give Lillard a mini-middle contract waiting for his return with Tatum in the 2026-27 season. This won't cost the Celtics too much, and if Lillard recovers well, it would be a great investment.
One other perspective, I don’t know whether the Celtics can sign Lillard and will affect Horford’s future.
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