Jrue Holiday Signs $135 Million Extension With Celtics

Jrue Holiday and the Boston Celtics have agreed to a four-year, $135 million contract extension.

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Holiday's extension helps the Celtics save money on the salary cap and maintain a talented core.

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Holiday's numbers have gone down in his first season with the Celtics, but his efficiency has improved.

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Both Holiday and the Celtics are thrilled with their partnership and look forward to the future.

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Holiday has adjusted to a smaller role with the Celtics, focusing on team success rather than personal statistics.

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Both the Celtics and Holiday wanted to work out an extension as soon as possible.

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