The Boston Celtics have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals, and a major reason for their success has been the stellar play of offseason addition Jrue Holiday. The former Milwaukee Buck, who often played in the shadow of Giannis Antetokounmpo, has emerged as a star in his own right and has left his former team regretting their decision to let him go.

Kendrick Perkins, a former Celtics player and ESPN analyst, commented on how Holiday's performances have unsettled Giannis and the Bucks. "Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks, they're losing sleep right now," Perkins stated on ESPN's "Get Up." He emphasized that the Bucks traded away Holiday in search of improvement, but now find themselves facing his outstanding play with the Celtics.

Indeed, the Bucks' decision to part ways with Holiday may haunt them forever. While they did acquire Damian Lillard in a trade, it ultimately resulted in a first-round exit in the playoffs. Perkins highlighted the impact that Holiday has had on the series, outplaying the Dallas Mavericks' Kyrie Irving in Games 1 and 2.

Perkins pointed out the versatility of Holiday's game, particularly his ability to score in the paint. He credited Holiday for setting the tone for the Celtics, who heavily rely on three-point shooting, by attacking the rim. With his impressive performances, Holiday has left Irving "in a body bag," according to Perkins.

What's remarkable about Holiday's contributions is that he is not just an elite defender but also a leader on the court. Despite already having an NBA championship to his name, Holiday is proving that he warrants even more recognition for his skills and impact on the game.

Although Holiday has been brilliant, the Celtics still have work to do. They need to win two more games to secure victory in the NBA Finals and achieve their mission. The series is far from over, but Holiday's play has undoubtedly given Boston a significant advantage.

As the NBA Finals continue, it remains to be seen whether Jrue Holiday can continue his outstanding performances and lead the Celtics to their ultimate goal. The Bucks, on the other hand, will be left wondering what could have been if they had held onto their former star. The next games will surely be filled with intensity and excitement as these two teams battle it out on the court.