Celtics consider Giannis trade package without Jaylen Brown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Boston Celtics are contemplating a trade package for Giannis Antetokounmpo that could involve Derrick White instead of Jaylen Brown. This potential move reflects the Celtics' history of unexpected strategic decisions. With a strong draft capital available, the Celtics could offer a competitive deal without jeopardizing their core. Recent discussions have hinted at the possibility of backchannel communications regarding Giannis's future, though no official statements have clarified his desired destination as of yet.
- •Celtics could offer Derrick White in a trade for Giannis.
- •A package without Jaylen Brown allows for flexibility.
- •Boston holds all upcoming first-round picks for trading.
- •Giannis's intentions regarding a potential extension remain unclear.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: Will Celtics yet again rear their ugly heads amid Heat quest for Giannis?
"Q: What happens if Giannis Antetokounmpo pushes again for Boston, maybe with the Celtics not giving up Jaylen Brown, but instead Derrick White as part of a package. White is better than Tyler Herro? – Bill. A: Which is why you never count out the Celtics, as they have shown countless times over the years. And that would be such a Celtics move, to zig when others expect them to zag. Derrick ...
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