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Stephen A. Smith Urges Celtics to Trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Stephen A. Smith Urges Celtics to Trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Summary

The Milwaukee Bucks need to decide soon whether to keep star player Giannis Antetokounmpo with a new contract or trade him. ESPN's Stephen A. Smith suggested the Boston Celtics should consider trading Jaylen Brown to get Giannis, but such a deal would be complicated.

Key Facts

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Bucks will be decided before the NBA Draft next month.
  • Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam said they will either sign Giannis to a long-term contract or trade him.
  • Stephen A. Smith proposed the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
  • Jaylen Brown had one of his best statistical seasons recently.
  • The trade would be complex because the Bucks see the Celtics as rivals.
  • Milwaukee might also choose to rebuild with younger players and draft picks instead of trading Giannis for a star player.
  • Pairing Giannis with Celtics star Jayson Tatum was mentioned as a good basketball move.
  • Jaylen Brown would have to leave Boston if the trade happens.
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