Celtics’ Trade Market for Jaylen Brown: Asking Price and Outlook

After the Bucks rejected Boston’s Giannis package, the Celtics kept Jaylen Brown in trade discussions. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the club is “actively engaged” and, in some cases, is asking for at least four first-round picks. Interest has surfaced from several Western teams, including Portland, Detroit and Minnesota.

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Boston offered Brown and two unprotected first-round picks to Milwaukee for Giannis, a deal the Bucks passed on in favor of Miami. The Celtics then lost a 3-1 series lead to Philadelphia in the 2026 playoffs. After the draft, President Brad Stevens declined to confirm Brown’s status.

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Brown is on a five-year, $285.3 million supermax through 2028-29, with a $57 million salary for 2026-27. In 2025-26 he averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.1 assists, shot 47.7 % from the field and 34.7 % from three, earned five All-Star nods, two All-NBA selections and the 2024 Finals MVP.

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Stevens said, “Jaylen Brown is a big part of us… I’m never going to predict the future,” while guard Payton Pritchard added, “It’s part of the business… I’ll focus on getting better.” The organization confirmed it is “actively engaged” in trade talks but gave no details.

Celtics Reportedly Want This Massive Return For Jaylen Brown

Analysts label the four-pick request as “really high” and warn it could weaken Boston’s title window. Some view the push as panic after the failed Giannis pursuit, arguing the Celtics risk overpaying for draft assets.

Celtics will only trade Jaylen Brown for an enormous return, reveals insider

One set of sources says Boston will only move Brown for a “meaningful upgrade,” while others say the club is merely fielding offers. No team has publicly confirmed interest, and Brown’s own preferences have not been disclosed.

Reality behind Jaylen Brown trade rumors is much different than media speculation

• “My understanding is that in some cases the Celtics have asked teams for at least four first round picks for Jaylen Brown.” — Shams Charania, ESPN

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• “I’m never going to predict the future, but every indication, everything that I think about over the past few years has been building around those guys.” — Brad Stevens, Celtics President of Basketball Operations

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• “So I’ll worry about myself and try to get better.” — Payton Pritchard, Celtics guard

Celtics' Payton Pritchard Comments On Jaylen Brown Trade Rumors

• “One more fascinating scenario that we've been advised not to rule out completely: A possible sign-and-trade run at Boston's perennial All-Star Brown,” — Jake Fischer, The Stein Line

Celtics Reportedly Could Do Jaylen Brown Sign-And-Trade For Star Center

Free agency opens June 30 and the draft follows July 1, giving Boston a short window to assess proposals. A sign-and-trade with Detroit would depend on Jalen Duren’s contract talks; Western clubs may use draft capital. The Celtics said they will act when “urgency arrives,” leaving the final outcome open.

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