Boston Celtics eye Trey Murphy as potential trade target from Pelicans
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
As discussions continue around Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown's future, Bill Simmons of The Ringer has suggested that New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy could be a viable trade target for Boston. Simmons expressed doubt about the Celtics pursuing high-cap players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, indicating that a potential trade involving Brown would likely not focus on another max contract player. Murphy, who fits into a $27.7 million traded player exception, may be attractive for Boston as they pursue roster flexibility after a disappointing season from New Orleans. Further developments are expected as the offseason approaches.
- •Jaylen Brown's future with the Celtics remains uncertain.
- •Bill Simmons names Trey Murphy as a potential target for Boston.
- •Murphy could fit into Boston's traded player exception.
- •Pelicans are expected to make roster moves this offseason.
- •Boston seeks to enhance team flexibility after a difficult season.
- 8:14 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Simmons Names Celtics Potential Landing Spot For Underrated Pelicans Star
- 11:57 PMYahoo Sports — Does New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy make sense as a Boston Celtics trade target?
"Could Boston try to swing a trade for Trey Murphy III?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 1, 2026, 8:14 PMBill Simmons Names Celtics Potential Landing Spot For Underrated Pelicans Star
Could Boston try to swing a trade for Trey Murphy III?
- Yahoo SportsMay 31, 2026, 11:57 PMDoes New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy make sense as a Boston Celtics trade target?
Bill Simmons seems to think he might.
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