Celtics may trade Jaylen Brown to manage costs

The Boston Celtics are expected to change ownership soon, which may lead to the team trading one of its star players, Jaylen Brown. The Celtics face a significant luxury tax bill due to high player salaries. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown will earn a combined $107.2 million next season, increasing to $132 million by 2028. New ownership may consider trading Brown to manage costs, especially if the team does not win the championship this season. Brown has $236.2 million remaining on his contract over the next four years. Discussions about trading him have been ongoing, but winning a second consecutive title could reduce these talks.