Paul Pierce advises Celtics to keep Jaylen Brown over trading for Giannis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Paul Pierce, former Celtics star, expresses his disapproval of Boston acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. Pierce urges the franchise to retain Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, citing their successful partnership. Rumors of a potential trade involving Brown have circulated as the Celtics look to improve after a disappointing playoff run. The Celtics have not finalized any trades as the NBA Draft approaches on June 23-24.
- •Pierce won his only championship with the Celtics in 2008.
- •Celtics reached five Eastern Conference Finals with Tatum and Brown as teammates.
- •Rumors suggest a trade involving Brown for Antetokounmpo.
- •Celtics exited the 2025 playoffs in the second round after a disappointing 2026 playoff run.
- •NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23-24.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Pierce warns against Boston Celtics trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo
"Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce knows what it takes to win in green, and he thinks the C's can do it without trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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