Kyrie Irving told us to ask him July 1 about his future with the Celtics. But Boston's offseason ball will get rolling a lot sooner than that.
The Celtics' season ended Wednesday in a blowout Game 5 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, which means the focus shifts to a summer of potential franchise-altering change.
Is unrestricted free agent Marcus Morris done in Boston? What about restricted free agent Terry Rozier, who said outright he wants a "fresh start" after a trying season? And, of course, the (189) million-dollar question: Will Irving re-sign with the Celtics or seek greener pastures?
Before those questions get answered, there's next Tuesday's NBA Draft Lottery, which could give the C's two extra first-round picks ... or zero.
In short: It will be a busy summer in Boston. So, as you're planning that beach vacation, here's a calendar of key dates to know between now and the beginning of NBA Summer League.
May 14: NBA Draft Lottery (Chicago)
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May 14-19: NBA Draft Combine (Chicago)
June 13: Deadline for Kyrie Irving, Aron Baynes to opt in to their 2019-20 contracts before hitting free agency. (Both players could opt out of their contracts and sign a new deal with Boston in free agency. Irving is expected to opt out of his contract regardless of where he signs to maximize his value on the open market.)
June 18: Deadline for Al Horford to opt in to his 2019-20 contract before hitting free agency.
June 20: 2019 NBA Draft
June 29: Deadline for Celtics to tender one-year qualifying offers to restricted free agents Terry Rozier, Daniel Theis, Jonathan Gibson and Brad Wanamaker.
July 1: NBA free agency begins.
July 1: Deadline to guarantee Semi Ojeyele's contract for the 2019-20 season.
July 1: The first day the Celtics can officially trade for Anthony Davis, due to the designated rookie exception rule.
July 5-15: 2019 NBA Summer League begins.
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