It appears that the Milwaukee Bucks will soon decide whether to trade star Giannis Antetokounmpo, and the Boston Celtics could potentially emerge as a top trade candidate.
The Bucks should certainly hope that the Celtics are willing to trade Brown. In doing so, they could thrust themselves into the Giannis sweepstakes and drive up the price for Milwaukee's best player.
That could force other teams to up their offers and even the Celtics to do the same. If they were to offer Brown and at least two first-round picks for Giannis, it seems unlikely that Milwaukee would say no to that deal.
No-brainer Giannis Antetokounmpo trade for Bucks to refuse
After all, Brown is 29 years old and under contract for the next three seasons. While he isn't as good as Giannis, he was an MVP candidate this season and a former NBA Finals MVP.
If Milwaukee doesn't like the idea of rebuilding, trading for a star under contract for several years would keep them from having to do so. They would still have to retool around Brown.
Nevertheless, they would also be getting at least a couple of first-round picks for their trouble in a potential trade. If they can get that kind of value for Giannis, then the Bucks should absolutely take it.
Would the Celtics really trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis?
After making the Eastern Conference Finals six times during the Brown era and winning a championship in 2024, perhaps it's time for Boston to part ways with him.
As good as Brown has been for the Celtics, Giannis is simply better. Yes, he is a couple of years older and has had trouble with injuries over the last few years. That being said, when healthy, he is a top three player in the NBA.
Although Brown was an MVP candidate this season, few believe that he is a top 10 player. Trading a top 15 to 20 player for a top three player is a no-brainer for Ballston, and the Bucks should be happy at the thought of potentially landing Brown.
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