Celtics face challenges trading Jaylen Brown amid high demands
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The Boston Celtics have struggled to find trade partners for Jaylen Brown due to a steep asking price, reportedly seeking four unprotected first-round picks. This situation arose after the team missed out on acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. Multiple NBA executives have indicated that the Celtics' high demands caused potential trade partners to seek alternatives, leaving Boston with limited options moving forward.
- •Celtics are seeking four unprotected first-round picks for Brown.
- •Price demands have scared off potential trade partners.
- •Boston's pursuit of Antetokounmpo influenced their aggressive trading strategy.
- •Executives suggest the Celtics' approach backfired.
- •The team has limited contingency plans for roster changes.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — "The asking price for Brown was so high that teams got …
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