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The massive Jaylen Brown price Celtics are asking for in trade
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- The Boston Celtics may be asking for as many as four first-round picks in trades involving star player Jaylen Brown, according to NBA insider Shams Charania, highlighting Brown's high trade value amid ongoing rumors.
- The Celtics previously offered Brown along with multiple first-round picks in their unsuccessful attempt to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was ultimately traded to the Miami Heat.
- Celtics GM Brad Stevens remained noncommittal about Brown's future, emphasizing the team's preference to keep trade discussions private amid circulating rumors.
- Brown played a crucial role in the Celtics' regular season, averaging a career-high 28.7 points per game and serving as the team's primary option during Jayson Tatum's injury.
- At 29 years old, Brown has three years remaining on his contract and has consistently averaged over 20 points per game since the 2019-20 season.
