The potential holdup in Celtics acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The Celtics are interested in acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo, but a straightforward one-for-one trade involving Jaylen Brown is unlikely, as the Bucks may require additional players or draft picks.
- Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam wants Antetokounmpo's future resolved before the NBA draft, with the Bucks reportedly "underwhelmed" by current trade offers and having previously declined a mid-season trade despite being out of contention.
- Antetokounmpo has reportedly requested a trade multiple times this past season and is said to be comfortable signing an extension with Boston if traded there, while the Miami Heat are also showing interest.
- Jaylen Brown had a strong season, finishing sixth in MVP voting and leading the Celtics during Jayson Tatum’s injury absence, but there are indications he may want to become the primary leader of his own team.
- Antetokounmpo delivered impressive stats last season with 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game, but the Bucks struggled with a 32-50 record and a lack of supporting talent.
