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Chisholm's $6.1B Celtics Bid Faces NBA Hurdles

3/26/2025

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Chisholm's Celtics Bid

Bill Chisholm's ambitious $6.1 billion bid for the Boston Celtics is hitting a snag due to NBA regulations on private equity stakes. His reliance on Sixth Street Partners pushes ownership limits, forcing him to either find new investors or seek a waiver from the league ahead of the crucial June vote by the NBA Board of Governors.

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Stevens Embraces Change

Brad Stevens, the Celtics' general manager, radiates optimism as the team welcomes new ownership under Bill Chisholm, a passionate fan eager to dive into the franchise's inner workings. Stevens underscores the vital need for trust among staff during this transition, while Wyc Grousbeck continues to guide the team as CEO until 2028.

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Chisholm's Celtics Bid

Bill Chisholm's ambitious $6.1 billion bid for the Boston Celtics is hitting a snag due to NBA regulations on private equity stakes. His reliance on Sixth Street Partners pushes ownership limits, forcing him to either find new investors or seek a waiver from the league ahead of the crucial June vote by the NBA Board of Governors.

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