Clippers rumored to trade draft pick to acquire MVP candidate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Clippers may trade their fifth overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft to acquire an MVP candidate. Following a previously successful season of trades, including moving James Harden and Ivica Zubac, the team seeks to pair Kawhi Leonard with an All-Star caliber player. Reports suggest the Boston Celtics could be involved in a multi-team trade that might send Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Celtics while the Clippers could acquire Jaylen Brown. The Bucks might receive Darius Garland, Derrick Jones Jr., and multiple draft picks in the potential deal.
- •Clippers might trade their fifth pick in the NBA Draft.
- •Team aims to pair Kawhi Leonard with another All-Star.
- •Boston Celtics could be part of a multi-team trade.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo may move to the Celtics.
- •Jaylen Brown could end up with the Clippers.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Rumor Opens Door For LA Clippers to Get MVP Candidate to Pair With Kawhi Leonard in 26-27
"A new NBA rumor opens the door for the Los Angeles Clippers to flip their fifth overall pick in this […]
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