The Boston Celtics remain one of the teams most frequently linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo, and recent reports suggest the former MVP would be willing to commit long-term if a trade to Boston were completed.
According to league sources, Antetokounmpo has given indications that he would sign an extension with the Celtics, a development that could significantly increase Boston’s interest in pursuing a blockbuster deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Despite that mutual interest, several obstacles remain.
One complication involves Boston’s preferred approach to trade negotiations. The Celtics have traditionally favored working directly with the opposing front office rather than involving players and agents in discussions.
Reports indicate that Antetokounmpo and his representatives have attempted to remain involved in the process, even while avoiding public pressure for a move to any specific destination.
There are also basketball-related considerations.
Adding Antetokounmpo would likely require Boston to adjust its style of play to maximize his strengths, creating questions about how the roster would be constructed around him.
A trade would also almost certainly require the Celtics to part with Jaylen Brown, ending the long-standing partnership between Brown and Jayson Tatum that has defined the franchise for years.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Willing To Extend If Traded To Celtics https://t.co/fLvrh0boGl
— RealGM (@RealGM) June 16, 2026
