Boston Celtics' trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo continue to emerge
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 6:38 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Ongoing discussions involving the Boston Celtics and potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo have resurfaced weeks after initial trade rumors. Reports suggest the Celtics sought to acquire Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks without pursuing heavy assets. Negotiations included Jaylen Brown and draft picks, and internal debates arose within the Minnesota Timberwolves about player fit. The Celtics ultimately shifted focus to a trade for Paul George, and further details hint at reluctance to part with young talents. These revelations provide insight into the Celtics' offseason strategy.
- •Celtics explored trade options for Giannis Antetokounmpo weeks ago.
- •Reports indicate reluctance to trade young players like Hugo Gonzalez and Baylor Scheierman.
- •Timberwolves considered Jaylen Brown's fit alongside Anthony Edwards.
- •Celtics eventually pursued a trade for Paul George.
- •Detailing the Celtics' offseason strategy raises questions about their future moves.
- 6:38 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics - Giannis Antetokounmpo trade scuttlebutt still surfacing weeks later
"Details of the Celtics trying to get the Greek Freak to Boston on the cheap are continuing to emerge.
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