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Bronny James linked to Celtics in proposed three-team trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:29 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Bronny James linked to Celtics in proposed three-team trade

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The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a three-team trade that could send Bronny James to the Boston Celtics. As James enters his second NBA season, the Lakers aim to enhance their roster by acquiring veteran center Clint Capela and another young player. The proposed trade framework includes the Lakers receiving Capela, Jordan Walsh, and a 2031 second round pick from the Houston Rockets, while the Rockets would obtain Jaden Hardy and Dalton Knecht. This move could allow James to develop further alongside experienced players with the Celtics.

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•Bronny James is entering his second NBA season with the Lakers.
•Proposed trade involves Clint Capela going to the Lakers.
•Celtics would receive James in the trade.
•Rockets would get young players Jaden Hardy and Dalton Knecht.
•Trade framework aims to improve roster and player development.

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2:29 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers’ Bronny James Proposed to Land With Celtics in Major 3-Team Trade

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The Los Angeles Lakers aren’t done making decisions quite yet. Perhaps one of the more interesting pieces of business they have on their bulletin involves Bronny James. James is entering his second NBA season and, while the Lakers have shown they don’t mind staying patient as the 21-year-old develops, a trade could give them an […] The post Lakers’ Bronny James Proposed to Land With Celtics in Major 3-Team Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 2:29 AM
Lakers’ Bronny James Proposed to Land With Celtics in Major 3-Team Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers aren’t done making decisions quite yet. Perhaps one of the more interesting pieces of business they have on their bulletin involves Bronny James. James is entering his second NBA season and, while the Lakers have shown they don’t mind staying patient as the 21-year-old develops, a trade could give them an […] The post Lakers’ Bronny James Proposed to Land With Celtics in Major 3-Team Trade appeared first on HEAVY.

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