Celtics eye Trey Murphy III as potential alternative to Giannis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:45 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Boston Celtics are exploring options as trade rumors swirl around Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason. While several teams, including the Miami Heat, are interested in the Milwaukee Bucks star, the Celtics are also looking at New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III as a possible acquisition. Boston may consider moving Jaylen Brown to facilitate a deal, though Murphy offers a more affordable option with a recent career-high season averaging 21.5 points per game. Reports suggest that the Celtics are not as desperate as other teams in the pursuit of Antetokounmpo but are keeping their options open.
- •Celtics linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo amid trade rumors.
- •Boston considers Trey Murphy III if they miss out on Giannis.
- •Jaylen Brown's contract may be a point of departure for trades.
- •Murphy had a career season averaging 21.5 points per game.
- •Celtics not as desperate as the Miami Heat for Antetokounmpo.
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics could pivot to Pelicans young star amid Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors
"The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors are at an all-time high with the NBA offseason in full swing. Several teams, including the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics, have been linked to the Milwaukee Bucks superstar. However, the Celtics may have a…
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