NBA Trade Rumors: 3 Players that could leave the Boston Celtics this month

#2 Gordon Hayward

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The Boston Celtics acquired Gordon Hayward in the summer of 2017, as the 28-year-old opted to snub the Utah Jazz in favor of signing a four-year, $128 million contract with the Celtics.

Gordon Hayward joined the Celtics as an established All-Star who had averaged 21.9 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.4 assists during his final season in Utah, although the small forward suffered a horrific injury during his debut with the Celtics and was subsequently ruled out for the rest of the season.

While Hawyard has managed to successfully return this season, his place in the team has come under pressure. He has featured from the bench for the first time since 2013, and the Celtics were expecting Hayward to contribute more than the 10.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists that he is currently averaging.

If the Celtics are presented with an opportunity to make a major trade this month, then Hayward will be the likely fall guy, as the forward doesn't appear to fit in with the team's future plans.