Celtics are listening to offers for Jaylen Brown ahead of NBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:49 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Boston Celtics are reportedly taking calls and considering offers for Jaylen Brown as the NBA Draft approaches. Following failed trade pursuits for superstars Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo, the team is open to discussions surrounding Brown, who has three years remaining on his contract. ESPN analysts suggest that a bidding war may ensue, particularly with teams like Houston and Atlanta showing interest. Meanwhile, trade uncertainty surrounds Kawhi Leonard, with multiple teams monitoring his situation as he enters the final year of his contract with the Clippers. The Rockets are also re-evaluating their roster, declaring most players available for trade except Amen Thompson.
- •Celtics taking calls for Jaylen Brown amid trade rumors.
- •Houston and Atlanta leading the charge for Brown's services.
- •Kawhi Leonard's contract negotiations with the Clippers remain unresolved.
- •Rockets open to trading most players, excluding Amen Thompson.
- •NBA Draft igniting various trade talks across the league.
- 11:49 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Celtics reportedly listening to offers for Jaylen Brown
"Who will be the next big star on the move? Jaylen Brown? Kawhi Leonard? Anthony Davis?
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