Boston Celtics have ‘course corrected’ Marcus Smart departure with Jrue Holiday

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The Boston Celtics replaced one veteran leader at the point-guard position with another, ultimately strengthening their roster for this season.

The Boston Celtics have addressed the departure of Marcus Smart by acquiring Jrue Holiday, one of the league's best perimeter defenders.
The Celtics traded Marcus Smart for Kristaps Porzingis, but were left with a hole at the point-guard position, which they filled by trading for Holiday.
Jrue Holiday brings proven championship experience and improved scoring and playmaking compared to Smart, making the Celtics a leading favorite in the Eastern Conference.

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