Damian Lillard is officially a free agent after being released by the Milwaukee Bucks following their move to sign Myles Turner away from the Indiana Pacers. Since his release, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of the teams that have been mentioned as a possible landing spot.

Now, Lillard currently recovering from a torn Achilles is a free agent for the first time in his career. And the Boston Celtics have suddenly emerged as serious contenders for his signature. According to The Boston Globe,

Damian Lillard is confident in his abilities as the free agent ponders his options after the Milwaukee Bucks waived the nine-time All-Star and seven-time All-NBA player on Tuesday.