This summer is expected to be one of change for the Boston Celtics. The current roster is projected to cost in the region of $500 million once luxury taxes are included in the calculation. Now that Boston isn’t expected to contend for a championship next season, it makes no sense to foot such an astronomically high bill.

As such, Brad Stevens could look to inject some youth into the rotation while also ducking under the second luxury tax apron. Veterans such as Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis and even Sam Hauser are all rumored to be available on the trade market in the coming months. Although both would command significant trade packages, Derrick White and Jaylen Brown could also be attainable.

Nevertheless, Gary Washburn of the Boston Globe believes Boston will negotiate from a position of weakness this summer. Other teams around the league are aware of the Celtics‘ current financial position and their desire to get younger. Therefore, they will be operating from a position of strength in any potential negotiations. Washburn’s comments came via a recent episode of CLNS Media’s “Big 3” podcast.

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This article originally appeared on Celtics Wire: Washburn: Celtics operating from a position of weaknesses this summer