Rumored as a potential trade candidate ahead of the NBA's Feb. 6 deadline, Jaden Springer hopes to stick around with the Celtics.

Boston Celtics guard Jaden Springer also received several mentions as a clear way for the extremely expensive defending champions to save money ahead of the stretch run. In a similar vein, several scouts and execs mentioned the Cleveland Cavaliers,

Dec 31, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaden Springer (44) defends Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images / Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

When he got his opportunity, Celtics guard Jaden Springer delivered and then some Wednesday night. Read more on Boston.com.

An “unbelievable” performance from an unlikely Celtic helped Boston escape with a win over the Clippers on Wednesday.

You never know when you’re going to play,” Jayson Tatum said. “Game’s not going the way it’s supposed to or we expect. Joe calls your number to come and shut somebody down and give us a spark off the bench,

Dan The numbers are quite alarming for the starting backcourt duo, particularly coming off a dismal Lakers performance. Derrick White has fallen into the worst offensive slump of his Celtics tenure, sooting under 42 percent from the field in seven of his last eight games.

The little-used guard got the call when Boston couldn't stop the Clippers' guards. He delivered stout defense and more in an overtime win.

Just over a week away from the trade deadline, the Boston Celtics are in a bit of a predicament. After their hot start to the season, the reigning champions have cooled off drastically over the last month.