The Boston Celtics have traded Georges Niang and two future second-round picks to the Utah Jazz for rookie RJ Luis Jr., it was announced Tuesday. Niang's more than $8 million salary will go into Utah's trade exception from the John Collins deal.

Boston Celtics Reduce Their Payroll And Luxury Tax By $42.7 Million After Trading Georges Niang To Jazz originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The Boston Celtics ’ front office is executing a masterclass in financial restructuring, pulling off yet another significant cost-cutting move this offseason.

The Celtics traded Georges Niang to the Utah Jazz for two second-round picks and rookie RJ Luis Jr., ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday. This trade appears to be a win-win for both sides, with the teams heading in different directions for the 2025-26 season.