The biggest trade rumors the Celtics have been mentioned in (so far)
Keeping up with the latest trade rumors surrounding the Boston Celtics can get a little overwhelming. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up all of the most notable pieces of gossip from the past few weeks, all in one place. Enjoy.
— The Celtics are interested in Thaddeus Young
— The Celtics are the favorites to acquire Horford. However, the Hawks might not be willing to move him.
— Celtics called the Los Angeles Clippers about Blake Griffin.
— David Lee will probably be bought out if he isn’t traded before the deadline.
— Blockbuster deal between the Celtics, Knicks, and Cavs that would send Kevin Love to Boston is still a possibility.
— The Celtics talked to the Rockets about a possible trade for Dwight Howard.
The Clippers are taking calls for Blake Griffin
–The Atlanta Hawks could break up their core, and the Celtics have approached them about Al Horford and Jeff Teague. Boston reportedly has their eye on Nuggets’ Danilo Gallinari as well.
–Danny Ainge has been “quietly aggressive,’’ with an ultimate goal of acquiring a superstar.
–The Hawks’ asking price for Horford has been “borderline ridiculous.’’
–Carmelo Anthony shot down any speculation of the potential three-team deal sending Kevin Love to Boston.
The Hawks could consider parting ways with Al Horford, who will be a free agent at the end of the season
— The Celtics, Magic, and Nuggets have been the most aggressive teams in trying to acquire a “veteran difference maker.’’
— The Celtics are the NBA’s X-Factor as we approach the trade deadline.
— Danny Ainge is being extra careful with the Brooklyn Nets’ draft pick.
— Jared Sullinger and Tyler Zeller could be traded, as they are restricted free agents at the end of the season
— The Cleveland Cavaliers don’t want the Celtics’ picks in a trade. They want a proven player to help their team immediately.
— Celtics want to make a Kevin Garnett-Ray Allen type of trade if they are going to involve the Brooklyn pick
— There haven’t been many suitors for David Lee
— Lebron on Kevin Love coming to Boston: “It’s false’’
Potential Celtics trade targets
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