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Celtics eye Trey Murphy III if Giannis Antetokounmpo is unavailable

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Celtics eye Trey Murphy III if Giannis Antetokounmpo is unavailable
Summary

The Boston Celtics are reportedly targeting Trey Murphy III from the New Orleans Pelicans if they fail to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sources indicate that Boston is looking to strengthen their frontcourt while retaining the Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown duo. The Celtics are among several teams interested in Murphy's potential addition to their roster.

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  • •Celtics are interested in Trey Murphy III.
  • •Interest is contingent on missing out on Giannis Antetokounmpo.
  • •Boston aims to upgrade their frontcourt.
  • •Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown remain central to the team's plans.
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  • 1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Celtics targeting Trey Murphy if they don't land Giannis Antetokounmpo?
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Celtics targeting Trey Murphy if they don't land Giannis Antetokounmpo?

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