Boston shows interest in Rudy Gobert amid Timberwolves trade discussions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Boston Celtics have expressed ongoing interest in acquiring center Rudy Gobert from the Minnesota Timberwolves, a conversation that has taken place multiple times, including around the February trade deadline. The potential trade could involve Celtics guard Derrick White, as both teams explore roster adjustments. Gobert, signed through next season, offers the Celtics much-needed interior defense, but parting with White, a key guard, raises concerns for Boston’s roster balance. Minnesota is reportedly interested in White as they reassess their own strategies, though no deal is imminent.
- •Celtics have inquired about Rudy Gobert multiple times.
- •Potential trade involves Derrick White as a salary match.
- •Gobert's contract runs through next season at a $36.5 million cap hit.
- •Boston's playoff loss highlighted a need for interior defense.
- •Minnesota remains open to trading as it assesses roster needs.
- 2:51 PMYahoo Sports — Boston's Rudy Gobert interest connects to a separate Timberwolves trade idea
"Boston's interest connects to Minnesota's separate pursuit of Celtics guard.
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