Boston Celtics Are The Frontrunners For Damian Lillard After Major Recruitment Pitch originally appeared on Fadeaway World.

Some sections of Boston's fan base may view this as a missed opportunity. Yet, it's vital to put things into perspective.

Damian Lillard is returning to his former home after becoming an unexpected free agent last week. The point guard has agreed to a three-year deal with the Portland Trail Blazers worth $42 million according to Shams Charania of ESPN.com.

The Celtics want Damian Lillard, and it appears that the franchise is pulling out the big guns in pursuit of the nine-time All Star.

Jayson Tatum is actively recruiting Damian Lillard to the Boston Celtics, according to NBA reporter Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe. Lillard is an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career after getting waived and stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Damian Lillard, left, drives to the basket against Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in ...

The most recent Boston Celtics free agency rumors are that the team is going to try to land a future Hall of Fame point guard. Could this star's recruitment help them seal the deal?

The Boston Celtics have been labeled as one of the top free agent destinations for Damian Lillard, and Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe believes Jayson Tatum is at the forefront of the recruitment of the former Milwaukee Bucks guard.

Damian Lillard, who has been rumored to be a Celtics trade target, said he'd prefer both Miami and Brooklyn over Boston. Skip to Main Content Open Close Menu

The Garden Report crew of Noa Dalzell and Bobby Manning are joined by special guest Gary Washburn of The Boston Globe a