Jrue Holiday’s NFL journey just took another unexpected turn, and he's not exactly thrilled about it! The former Celtic expressed his discontent after being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers following Boston's latest cost-cutting decisions.

According to longtime Celtics insider Steve Bulpett, Holiday, who previously enjoyed only a brief four-day stint with the Blazers after being traded from the Bucks, is "pissed" with his new situation. Sources hint that while he’s a consummate professional and knows how to contribute positively, his heart is not in Portland right now.

At 35 years old, Holiday is entering the critical stage of his career. His recent history includes playing a key role in helping the Celtics clinch the 2024 championship, but now Boston is pivoting amidst concerns about star player Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury. The Celtics needed to clear salary, moving Holiday's hefty contract of $104.4 million over the next three years in the process.

So what lies ahead for the veteran guard? His experience and defensive prowess would greatly benefit the young Blazers, who are aspiring to make a mark in a fiercely competitive Western Conference. However, it's hard to argue against the notion that Holiday would prefer to be on a championship contender as he approaches the twilight of his illustrious career.

With the Western Conference teeming with powerhouse teams like the reigning champion Thunder and superstar-filled rosters in Houston and Denver, Portland has its work cut out for it. The Blazers' rebuilding phase means that a title run is far from assured.

Interestingly, Holiday's path might take another twist. Just two seasons ago, he was part of the blockbuster Damian Lillard trade that reshaped both the Bucks and Celtics. There’s speculation he may find himself back on a contender yet again as the Blazers evaluate their roster.

As the NBA landscape shifts, the Celtics are also reshuffling. After trading Holiday, they sent Kristaps Porzingis to Atlanta and are fielding interest in other key players like Jaylen Brown and Derrick White. The summer is heating up in the NBA, and Jrue Holiday’s saga is far from over!