The Celtics are expected to be sellers this offseason after falling to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The bigger question: Would they consider moving on from one of their star players if the right offer comes along?
Boston is projected to carry the NBA’s most expensive roster next season and is likely to explore ways to shed salary — especially after Jayson Tatum tore his right Achilles in the playoff loss to New York.
The Celtics have emerged as a team to watch in the offseason rumor mill. Several key contributors have been linked to potential trades, including Jrue Holiday, Derrick White, Kristaps Porzingis and Jaylen Brown.
While the club may not actively shop Brown on the trade market, the Celtics’ front office could be willing to take calls and strike a deal if it’s considered too good to pass up, according to Adam Taylor of USA Today.
The star forward’s future is expected to remain a dominant topic of discussion this summer. Boston is likely to hear out potential suitors as it looks to retool a roster built to contend but now facing significant financial pressure.
The trade market was recently shaken up after Desmond Bane was acquired by the Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and a first-round pick swap. The move has left teams and fans alike wondering: How much would an All-NBA talent like Brown command?
There’s no definitive answer to Brown’s value on the trade market, but it could be high enough to push the Celtics toward a franchise-altering deal this summer.
