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Celtics Look to Reclaim Former First-Rounder in Three-Team Trade Scenario

Benjamin Sue January 18, 2025

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Jalen Hood-Schifino #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers

Jalen Hood-Schifino #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers

Boston Celtics Trade Proposal: A Low-Risk Bet on Jalen Hood-Schifino

The Boston Celtics are in a prime position to take calculated risks, and their latest potential move embodies that luxury. With a deep and talented roster, the Celtics can afford to gamble on young talent, and Jalen Hood-Schifino might be the next intriguing flyer for them.

Here’s how the trade would look, according to the Spotrac trade machine:

Celtics Receive:

  • Jalen Hood-Schifino (Lakers)

Lakers Receive:

  • 2025 second-round pick
  • 2026 second-round pick

Pistons Receive:

  • Jaden Springer

Jalen Hood-Schifino #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers
Jalen Hood-Schifino #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers

Why This Trade Makes Sense for Boston

Hood-Schifino, a former first-round pick, has struggled to find his footing with the Los Angeles Lakers. After playing 21 games as a rookie, the Indiana product has appeared in just two games this season. Clearly, the Lakers have moved on from giving him meaningful opportunities.

For the Celtics, this is a low-risk move with potential upside. Hood-Schifino showed flashes of talent during his time at Indiana and could become a reliable contributor if given a fresh start in Boston. The Celtics’ current roster depth means he wouldn’t see much playing time right away, but he could develop into a long-term piece—especially as Boston prepares for potential changes in ownership and financial strategy.

With players like Jayson Tatum and Sam Hauser ahead of him in the rotation, Hood-Schifino wouldn’t be thrust into the spotlight. However, having him ready to step up in case of injuries could be invaluable.

 

Why the Lakers and Pistons Would Agree

For the Lakers, this deal is about recouping value. Hood-Schifino’s time in Los Angeles appears to be over, so acquiring two future second-round picks is a sensible move. These assets can be packaged in future trades as the Lakers continue to retool their roster.

The Detroit Pistons’ inclusion adds another layer of practicality. They receive Jaden Springer, a young player with untapped potential who has garnered interest across the league. Detroit’s rebuilding timeline makes Springer a worthwhile investment.

 

A Move for the Future

The Celtics’ front office has shown it is always thinking a few steps ahead. As the team eyes a potential new ownership era, they need to keep an eye on cost-effective talent to balance their star-studded, tax-heavy roster.

Hood-Schifino’s current NBA stats—1.7 points, 0.6 rebounds, and 0.4 assists per game—don’t jump off the page, but his collegiate track record suggests untapped potential. This is the kind of low-risk, high-reward move that could pay dividends down the line.

I've been impressed w/Jalen Hood-Schifino as a floor general. He's got the "tricks of the trade" down out of ball screens.

He sets up his man w/the behind the back to reject the pick, engages the help w/a slight hesitation dribble then draws 2 at the rim before finding corner. pic.twitter.com/Zwr9vYOkFX

— Alex Regla (@AlexmRegla) July 10, 2023

Conclusion

This trade is a win-win-win scenario. The Lakers gain future draft capital, the Pistons add a promising young guard in Springer, and the Celtics take a chance on a player with significant upside at almost no cost.

For Jalen Hood-Schifino, a fresh start in Boston could be exactly what he needs to reignite his career. While it’s far from a blockbuster, this deal exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking moves that can keep Boston competitive for years to come.

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