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Boston Celtics consider Giannis trade after Knicks win NBA Finals

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Boston Celtics consider Giannis trade after Knicks win NBA Finals
Summary

The Boston Celtics are discussing the potential need to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo to better compete with the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference. This conversation follows the Knicks' recent victory over the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals, which concluded on June 13. The Celtics' prospects for securing Banner 19 may have shifted in light of this development. Analysts from the "How Bout Them Celtics!" podcast are examining the implications of the Knicks' championship win for Boston's future strategies.

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  • •New York Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals on June 13.
  • •Celtics are considering a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
  • •Podcast hosts discuss implications for Boston's championship aspirations.
  • •Celtics aim to challenge Knicks in the Eastern Conference.
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  • 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Do the Boston Celtics need to trade for Giannis to challenge the Knicks in NBA's East?
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Does their win suggest that hanging Banner 19 in Boston would be an easier – or harder – prospect?

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