When Damian Lillard was waived and his contract stretched by the Milwaukee Bucks, the star guard was reportedly “elated” because it put him in a great position to recover from an Achilles injury and easily join a contending team once he returns to health.

Damian Lillard rejoins the Portland Trail Blazers. He signs a three-year deal after being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks. Lillard expresses excitement with a video showing his jersey. Family proximity is a key factor in his return.

Damian Lillard’s exit was tough to process for many Bucks fans, but Milwaukee may be close to locking in one of Paolo Banchero’s former teammates—a guard who played in 67 games last season for the Orlando Magic.

The Celtics want Damian Lillard, and it appears that the franchise is pulling out the big guns in pursuit of the nine-time All Star.