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Within just days of the New York Knicks creating NBA history, the realm is abuzz with trade discussions.
Although Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken center stage, the whispers around Rudy Gobert are gaining significant momentum.
And once again, it is the Boston Celtics who are at the forefront.
The Celtics have been rumored to be exploring trade options for Jaylen Brown.
But according to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the teams front office has also shown significant interest in acquiring the 4-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year.
Fischer has already confirmed that Boston spoke with the Minnesota Timberwolves back in February.
Now, Sam Amick has doubled down on the claim.
In reference to Minnesotas interest in White, which The Athletics Sam Amick first reported Friday morning, trading him for Rudy Gobert would represent a clear salary match.
Sources say that Boston, furthermore, has inquired about Gobert before...
most recently at Februarys trade deadline, read the update.
The Celtics have shown interest in Rudy Gobert, per @JakeLFischer NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) June 20, 2026 n reference to Minnesota's interest in White, which The Athletic's Sam Amick first reported Friday morning, trading him for Rudy Gobert would represent a clear salary match.
Sources say that Boston, furthermore,...
pic.twitter.com/FBbj3mK1Zc The report also analyzed that at the moment, the Timberwolves might not be willing to trade Gobert.
However, as the front office tries to build a strong roster around Anthony Edwards, it may consider a potential trade.
Meanwhile, while Goberts status is still uncertain, the Celtics are also coming for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
One of the most popular notions going around the league is how Giannis Antetokounmpo might end up with the Miami Heat.
Unfortunately, there is very little information coming out of Milwaukee at the moment.
Moreover, the latest reports also suggest that the Bucks have laid down an unrealistic pricing for the 31-year-old star.
Under such a scenario, the Celtics eagerness to pair the Greek Freak with Jayson Tatum has only elevated the chaos.
In a recent statement, Bill Simmons said, I thought Boston was out of this I know Boston is out of this.
I was wondering if they were playing possum or not I think they were.
I think theyre in on Giannis...maybe they felt like Miamis offer is something they can beat.
The Celtics are now officially going hard for Giannis now more than ever after hearing rumors of him wanting Boston, per @BillSimmons Polymarket Hoops (@PolymarketHoops) June 11, 2026 I thought Boston was out of this I know Boston is out of this.
I was wondering if they were playing possum or not I think they were...
pic.twitter.com/1kNJ8jczK9 Surely, with differing views coming in, there is no certainty whether Antetokounmpo will really get out of Milwaukee.
But as the Boston Celtics look desperate for an upgrade, the franchise might be in for some serious surprise elements.
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