Report: Rockets obtain G Jaden Springer from Celtics

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The Houston Rockets are acquiring backup guard Jaden Springer and a 2030 second-round draft pick from the Boston Celtics, ESPN reported Wednesday.

Both teams will exchange protected second-round picks as well.

Springer is averaging 1.7 points and 5.4 minutes in 26 games off the bench for Boston this season. He also was a member of the Celtics' NBA title team last season.

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