"He’s an unbelievable player, unbelievable defender, so I definitely think there’s a place for him in this league.”

Despite some strong showings in recent weeks, the Boston Celtics parted with Jaden Springer on Wednesday, Feb. 5. The defensive-minded guard was shipped to the Houston Rockets along with a future second round pick and a second round pick exchange.

Just one day after the Celtics traded Jaden Springer to the Houston Rockets, the 22-year-old guard will need to find a new home. Multiple reports indicate that the Rockets have elected to waive Springer after officially completing the trade with Boston on Thursday morning.