Celtics pursue Jaylen Brown trade after playoff exit, fail in Giannis bid

The Boston Celtics are focusing on a trade involving Jaylen Brown following their early postseason exit against the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite expectations to contend for the Eastern Conference title, the team faltered, leading to organizational discussions that deemed the current roster insufficient. After unsuccessful efforts to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Celtics are now actively exploring trades that may include Brown, particularly after his standout performance last season heightened his market value. The team's management seeks to make changes as they assess their competitive standing heading into next season.

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