Celtics insider doubts Giannis Antetokounmpo trade possibility this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Trade discussions for Giannis Antetokounmpo have intensified since the end of the 2025-26 NBA season, with the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat as leading contenders. Boston Globe's Gary Washburn indicates that a trade is unlikely, primarily due to the Celtics' reluctance to part with Jaylen Brown. Potential scenarios suggest that acquiring Antetokounmpo without trading Brown would be difficult, necessitating significant draft picks and possibly involving a third team like the Los Angeles Clippers to facilitate a deal. As the Celtics weigh their options, the future of their roster dynamics hangs in the balance.
- •Celtics pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo after 2025-26 season.
- •Insider suggests Miami has the edge in trade talks.
- •Trade requires complex negotiations around Jaylen Brown's status.
- •Potential deals may involve multiple teams to satisfy all parties.
- •Celtics may prioritize keeping their winning duo intact.
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Boston Celtics Insider Reveals Concerning Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Update
"The Boston Celtics are in the mix for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. After the 2025-26 NBA season ended, trade […]
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