The Boston Celtics were dealt two brutal blows in their second-round playoff series against the New York Knicks. Not only did they lose the series and were eliminated from the playoffs, but they also saw superstar forward Jayson Tatum go down with a torn Achilles.

The Boston Celtics have a salary cap problem, but they could get out of the second apron with a bold trade idea that brings them two new starters from the Utah Jazz.

When Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles in Game 4 of a second-round loss to the New York Knicks, the range of potential outcomes for the Celtics’ offseason expanded. Staring at a salary-cap mess, they would have likely needed to stomach significant change anyway, but the injury brought additional possibilities into play.

Horford's case is different because he is a free agent and, at 39 years old, could retire. That said, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reported that Horford will return to the NBA next season. "The general sense around the league and those close to Horford is that he’ll continue to play next season," Scotto wrote.

Tyler Lashbrook is reportedly expected to land in a new role with Boston after coaching the Maine Celtics last season.