NBA rumors: Celtics have huge asking price for Jaylen Brown; Pistons, Jalen Duren at odds

Key Points:

• The NBA offseason is seeing significant trade activity, highlighted by recent moves such as Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat, LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves, and Julius Randle to the Nets, with the Celtics showing a strong willingness to trade Jaylen Brown to pursue bigger stars.
• Jalen Duren, a restricted free agent and recent All-Star, is reportedly dissatisfied with the Detroit Pistons' contract offer and is exploring sign-and-trade options, though Detroit may be reluctant to trade him despite his underwhelming playoff performance.
• The Celtics are demanding four first-round picks for Jaylen Brown, signaling a high asking price that suggests they are not in a rush to trade him, especially after their failed attempt to acquire Antetokounmpo.
• Potential trade discussions include the Pistons' interest in a sign-and-trade involving Duren for Brown, but the Celtics may be hesitant due to concerns about losing Brown's playmaking and Duren's playoff struggles.
• The New York Knicks face internal conflict as owner James Dolan opposes exceeding the NBA's second salary apron to retain key players from their championship roster, while the front office favors going over the apron to keep the team intact for a title defense.