Windhorst: ‘Bidding War’ Possible For Jaylen Brown
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Key Points:
- The Celtics failed to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo despite including Jaylen Brown in their offer, but a bidding war for Brown is expected to emerge soon, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst.
- Brown, a five-time All-Star coming off a career-best season, is attracting strong interest from teams like Portland, Atlanta, and Houston, with potential offers possibly involving draft picks.
- Boston made a strong offer for Giannis but hesitated to part with key young talent beyond Brown, and the public knowledge of Brown’s availability carries risks for the Celtics.
- Brown’s large contract, paying approximately $183 million over three years with a potential $142 million extension, is a notable drawback for interested teams.
- The Celtics face potential internal challenges as Brown took on a leadership role during Tatum’s injury, and managing both stars when healthy could complicate team dynamics moving forward.
