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10:22 AM ET 01.30 | Marc Stein of ESPN reported via Twitter that the Celtics "covet" Orlando Magic shooting guard J.J. Redick. With news that Rajon Rondo is now out for the season, this may be even more so the case. Redick is averaging a career high 4.4 assists per game this year. Redick's ability to create shots for his teammates would help Boston save what could be a disastrous postseason sans Rondo. Moving forward, the 28-year-old Redick would figure into Boston's short- and long-term plans. The Celtics rank 28th in the league in three-point production, with only 16.5 points per game coming from distance. Redick would immediately ameliorate that shortcoming and help the C's hit more from outside. The problem for the Celtics may be how much Orlando is likely to ask in return for the Duke product. The Magic reportedly required both Derrick Williams and a first-round pick from Minnesota, so one would assume they would ask for a package of similar intrigue from Danny Ainge. Jared Sullinger would obviously have mass appeal to a rebuilding team, and it wouldn't be too surprising if the Magic sought to bring back Courtney Lee in the deal, as he thrived in Orlando to start his NBA career. Lee left as a fan favorite in Orlando, and though his promise as a player isn't as high as people were billing his rookie season with the Magic, Lee could find a home in Jacque Vaughn's rotation as a great backup for sharpshooter Aaron Afflalo. Danny Ainge must realize that to get Redick, he's going to have to part with some talent, and that Rob Hennigan won't back down and accept a weak offer from a team like the C's who have some assets.

J.J. Redick, Getty Images/ Fernando Medina

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January 31, 2013 05:07 AM ET

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What a horrible rumor. This should never happen. Sullinger is a PF with potential, plus he is playing well and actually needed.

The Celtics do not need another guard.

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January 31, 2013 08:16 AM ET

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Originally posted 07:06 AM ET 01.31 by LTCFisback

Sullinger is their only moveable trading chip. Redick is one of the best shooters in the league.

Still not worth someone like Reddick. Sulinger is a much more valuable player. The C's are already lacking rebounds, you take Sully and the C's will definitely be crippled inside to the point where it's just embarrassing.

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January 31, 2013 08:28 AM ET

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And how exactly does Reddick help their point guard needs. Wow he averages 4 assist but he still does not bring the ball down the court and set up the offense. Great shooter but for a team with point guard needs I dont see it.

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January 31, 2013 09:41 AM ET

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Let's Make A Deal, Bros?

I Love LA

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January 31, 2013 09:46 AM ET

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I can understand the short term benefit of adding Reddick, and I wouldn't be at all opposed to the Celts acquiring Reddick, but not at the cost of Sullinger.

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January 31, 2013 10:30 AM ET

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DUKE!

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January 31, 2013 11:27 AM ET

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Originally posted 01:40 AM ET 01.31 by 1=ALL

The Celtics must be desperate if they want Redick for Sullinger.

Boston lost Rondo for the Season.
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Orlando lost Big Baby for the season.
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Good trade for both teams.

Retired Army in San…

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January 31, 2013 11:29 AM ET

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Originally posted 10:54 AM ET 01.31 by MMAFan

I don't see why Orlando would even want Sullinger when they have 5 or 6 PFs already.

And Sullinger is.....or is going to be.....better than all of those who are able to play.

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January 31, 2013 11:30 AM ET

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Originally posted 11:29 AM ET 01.31 by Retired Army in San Antonio

And Sullinger is.....or is going to be.....better than all of those who are able to play.

And he's a better rebounder than Big Baby.