The Celtics were one of several teams linked to Damian Lillard before the point guard elected to sign with the Blazers this week. The three-year deal worth $42 million led to a surprise reunion in Portland two years after he requested a trade out of the northwest.

Boston Celtics All-Star Jayson Tatum has been attempting to convince free agent Damian Lillard to come to Boston.

Meanwhile, Milwaukee is shifting gears. They’ve brought in 25-year-old Cole Anthony, who averaged 9.4 points and 2.9 assists in five seasons with Orlando. The Bucks also explored bringing back Malcolm Brogdon, but are opting for younger, cost-effective options to pair with Giannis.

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.

Now, a new report from The Boston Globe’s Gary Washburn reveals that Celtics star Jayson Tatum has personally stepped in to recruit Lillard to Boston. Washburn reported that Tatum is “taking part in recruiting efforts” to convince the 34-year-old guard to join the 18-time NBA Champions once he’s healthy enough to return.

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Damian Lillard and the Celtics are reportedly eyeing each other and a championship run, as both sides explore a new future together.