Celtics' newly acquired forward makes statement on fan expectations

The Celtics have been very active this offseason.

For financial reasons, they had to part ways with some key players on their 2024 championship roster recently.

One of the players they got in return isn't exactly an upgrade, and fans let that be known.

This player was recently on a podcast, where he made a statement on why the fans have the right to be frustrated with him being traded for Porzingis.

What new Celtic made a statement?

The Celtics traded away Kristaps Porzingis this summer, and one of the assets they received was Georges Niang.

Niang has gotten a lot of criticism from the fanbase as they already are asking for him to be traded, despite not playing a single game in Boston yet.

The hate dates back to a situation that happened in a playoff game between him and Jaylen Brown, but at the same time, fans aren't happy about the trade from a logistical standpoint.

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Niang was recently on "The OGs" podcast, where he addressed these feelings the fanbase has about him.

Niang's statement was, "I'm a Boston kid. They don't give a s*t if I'm from Boston, they're like you just took my unicorn and replaced it with a minivan."

Porzingis wasn't exactly healthy and available on the court all of the time, but he was way more enjoyable for the fanbase to have on their team, rather than what they expect out of Niang.

Niang went on to say that either way, he is ready for the challenge that comes with playing in Boston, especially next season, as the Celtics will need players to step up while Jayson Tatum is out.

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Niang does hold the impressive NBA record of most wins among players since 2020.

He's won 295 games, 4 games ahead of new teammate Jayson Tatum.

Niang has had success on winning teams such as the Jazz, 76ers and Cavs.

He hopes to make a positive impact on the Celtics, the same way he's done for other teams in the past few seasons.

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