Damian Lillard Open to Celtics Move Following Bucks Release and Achilles Injury

Damian Lillard, recently waived by the Milwaukee Bucks, is reportedly considering signing with the Boston Celtics, who are actively recruiting him through Jayson Tatum. Lillard, like Tatum, is recovering from a serious Achilles injury that is expected to keep him out for the entire 2025-26 season. The nine-time All-Star, who turns 35 this month, averaged 24.9 points and 7.1 assists for the Bucks last season before his release, which allowed Milwaukee to sign Myles Turner; Lillard may opt to sit out the upcoming season to fully recover before deciding his next career move.