Miami Heat regrets trading Jrue Holiday to Boston Celtics: Look what an absolute and important job he’s done

Jrue Holiday has elevated the Boston Celtics’ championship aspirations.

Should The Miami Heat Regret Not Trading For Boston Celtics Guard Jrue Holiday? - Sports Illustrated Miami Heat News, Analysis and More

The Boston Celtics crushing defeat over the Brooklyn Nets came behind 20-point performances from Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. But also joining the party with his all-around game was Jrue Holiday, who nearly recorded a triple double with 13 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists.

How Damian Lillard's trade request led to Jrue Holiday becoming a Celtic -  The Boston Globe

Yet another reminder of who the Miami Heat missed out on this offseason. Holiday was the next big available prospect for Miami to acquire after losing out on superstar Damian Lillard. The Celtics wasted no time getting Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers, replacing the point guard production they had from Marcus Smart. The Heat stalled and missed out on another star player to complement Jimmy Butler.

Celtics Odds: Jrue Holiday Can Reach Scoring Milestone Vs. Raptors

The Heat are on a three-game win streak after their Wednesday night victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. Still, some of their wins felt underwhelming with how close they were. Their championship aspirations are thin considering their Eastern Conference competition paired with their lack of star additions. They lack backcourt production, especially now that star guard Tyler Herro will miss some time with an ankle injury.

Jrue Holiday - Boston Celtics Point Guard - ESPN

Holiday not only provides solid scoring, but also great facilitating and complementary defense. He doesn’t provide high-level offensive production like Lillard, but he could strengthen Miami’s defensive unit and possibly round out the Big Three with Butler and Bam Adebayo.

Holiday’s complete skillset shows in his first few weeks with the Celtics. It’s early in the season, but Boston looks like the favorites to represent the Eastern Conference.

Jrue Holiday of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against the... News  Photo - Getty Images

Meanwhile, the Heat the Atlanta Hawks (5-3) Saturday night. Hopefully “running it back” doesn’t hurt them this time around.

Jayden Armant is a contributor to Inside the Heat. He is a student at Howard University. He can be reached at jaydenshome14@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter @jaydenarmant.

 

Related Posts

Pete Hegseth’s Bold Mission: Liberty House Opens to Heal Homeless Veterans with PTSD!

“They fought for us. Now we fight for them.” With those powerful words, Pete Hegseth launched Liberty House, a groundbreaking center for homeless veterans battling PTSD, offering…

Emily Compagno’s Stunning Pre-Wedding Photo Ignites Fan Frenzy: A Heartfelt Hint at Her Upcoming Nuptials!

Fox News star Emily Compagno set social media ablaze with a breathtaking pre-wedding photo, paired with a heartfelt caption that’s got fans buzzing about her upcoming wedding…

Greg Gutfeld’s Surprise Gift for Sandra Smith Ignites Buzz on The Five’s Explosive New Chapter!

Greg Gutfeld stunned viewers with a heartfelt gift for Sandra Smith, the new co-host replacing Jessica Tarlov on The Five, but it was his jaw-dropping remark during…

Kayleigh McEnany’s Heartwarming Reveal: Third Daughter’s First Trip Photo Stuns Fans with Shocking Detail!

Fox News star Kayleigh McEnany shared a touching photo of her third daughter, Avery Grace, on her first family trip, but a surprising detail left fans reeling….

JUST IN: JonBenét Ramsey’s Dad Fights Back After 28 Years 🕵️ — ‘Her ki.ller has walked free long enough.’ ⚖️ A shocking new law could change EVERYTHING!

Nearly three decades after the heart-wrenching murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey shook the world, her father, John Ramsey, is taking a bold stand to keep her case…

✨ Keanu Reeves & Alexandra Grant Stun at Just In Time Premiere ❤️⏳ — But Fans Spot a Hidden Clue

On the evening of August 15, 2025, Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theatre was ablaze with starlight, but no one shone brighter than Keanu Reeves and his longtime partner,…