Celtics seek first-round trade in NBA Draft amid Giannis rumors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Boston Celtics are reportedly exploring options to trade up in the first round of the NBA Draft, set to take place next week. Insider Jake Fischer noted that the Celtics, currently holding the 27th pick, are among three teams aiming to move higher in the draft order. They are joined by the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves, with the Nuggets selecting just ahead of the Celtics at 26. Speculation persists around the Celtics' interest in Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo as trade discussions continue.
- •Celtics currently hold the 27th and 40th picks in the draft.
- •Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves also seeking trades.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo frequently linked to the Celtics' trade rumors.
- •NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23, 2026.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Celtics Looking For NBA Draft First-Round Trade Amid Giannis Antetokounmpo Rumors
"Insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported the Boston Celtics were believed to be 'increasingly interested' in trading up in the first round of next week's NBA Draft.
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