Celtics pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo with Jaylen Brown offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Boston Celtics are actively looking to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, according to reports from Bill Simmons and Gary Washburn. Simmons indicated that the Celtics have made a formal offer, and Washburn stated that the Celtics are exploring the possibility of moving Jaylen Brown as part of the trade. With the Miami Heat also interested in Antetokounmpo, the Celtics face pressure to finalize their approach. The outcome remains uncertain as the Celtics weigh their options regarding Brown, who enjoyed a strong season last year.
- •Celtics aiming to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason.
- •Bill Simmons reported Celtics have made a trade offer.
- •Celtics considering trading Jaylen Brown to facilitate the deal.
- •Miami Heat also pursuing Antetokounmpo.
- •Brown coming off a career year with significant scoring.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN Insider Predicts Celtics’ Stance On Jaylen Brown Trade Amid Recent Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Eight-Player Trade Idea Brings Giannis Antetokounmpo To Celtics, Dumps Jaylen Brown
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Celtics get major Jaylen Brown-Giannis Antetokounmpo trade update after reported offer
"As the NBA Draft draws closer, there is high anticipation that a blockbuster trade featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo could be in the offing. The Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics are rumored to be leading the chase for the Milwaukee Bucks forward.
"Rumors surrounding the Boston Celtics and Giannis Antetokounmpo are heating up, and it may take a massive three-team deal to actually get a deal done.
"The Boston Celtics received big-time news regarding their chances of pulling off a blockbuster deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:30 PMESPN Insider Predicts Celtics’ Stance On Jaylen Brown Trade Amid Recent Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors
As the NBA Draft draws closer, there is high anticipation that a blockbuster trade featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo could be in the offing. The Miami Heat and the Boston Celtics are rumored to be leading the chase for the Milwaukee Bucks forward.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 4:30 PMEight-Player Trade Idea Brings Giannis Antetokounmpo To Celtics, Dumps Jaylen Brown
Rumors surrounding the Boston Celtics and Giannis Antetokounmpo are heating up, and it may take a massive three-team deal to actually get a deal done.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 3:50 AMCeltics get major Jaylen Brown-Giannis Antetokounmpo trade update after reported offer
The Boston Celtics received big-time news regarding their chances of pulling off a blockbuster deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.
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