Celtics eye Evan Mobley as potential target after Giannis miss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:09 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
After failing to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Boston Celtics are reportedly considering a deal for Cavs forward Evan Mobley. NBA insider Chris Mannix noted that Mobley, a talented 6-foot-11 player and former Defensive Player of the Year, has emerged as a key focus for the Celtics. Trading Jaylen Brown could be necessary for Boston to acquire Mobley, although it may not align with Cleveland's current roster strategy. The Celtics are looking to strengthen their frontcourt alongside Jayson Tatum moving forward.
- •Celtics missed out on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.
- •Evan Mobley is 6-foot-11 and a former All-Star.
- •Mobley won the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2024-25.
- •Acquiring Mobley may require trading Jaylen Brown.
- •Cleveland may not prioritize moving Mobley at this time.
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"Chris Mannix mentioned a possible frontcourt player the Celtics could look to trade for after missing out on Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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