Recent trade acquisition would be willing to re-sign with the Celtics

Jrue Holiday joined the Boston Celtics via trade this past summer. He has quickly established himself as a key member of the team's rotation. 

However, there are concerns regarding his long-term future with the franchise. Holiday has a player option on his contract for next season worth $39.4M. He is expected to opt out of that option.

During a recent interview with MassLive's Brian Robb, Holiday revealed that he would "prefer" to remain with the Celtics moving forward.

“I’d like to be here,” Holiday said. “I feel like I’m getting more and more comfortable, loving the guys, loving the organization and loving the city … My last extension was during the course of the year. I think that we can do both, talk about it and as well as prepare for games and prepare for what the future is.”

Holiday, 33, is a core part of the Celtics starting five. He has formed a fierce partnership with Derrick White in the team's backcourt. He is also one of the best defensive guards in the NBA. 

In Boston, Holiday has a chance to contend for championships for multiple years to come.

However, the opportunity to be a contender comes with some sacrifice. No one in the Celtics rotation is having a career year. Instead, everybody is playing their role and performing for the team. 

That means Holiday will have less opportunity to earn individual accolades. Of course, if that sacrifice results in one or more championship rings, it would be worth it.

Boston currently boasts the best record in the NBA. They're first in the Eastern Conference. And they have arguably the deepest eight-man rotation in the league. There's a reason why they're viewed as potential championship favorites. 

If the Celtics can re-sign Holiday to a multi-year deal, they will likely be extending their championship window. Furthermore, the veteran guard's contract could become a tradable asset down the line, which gives the front office flexibility moving forward. 

It makes sense for both parties to find a way of extending Holiday's stay in Boston.