NBA Insider Urges Celtics To Avoid Giannis Antetokounmpo-Jaylen Brown Swap For This Reason
The Boston Celtics are considering a trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown. NBA insider Chris Mannix advises against swapping Brown for Antetokounmpo due to concerns over the latter's injury history. Mannix suggests that the Celtics should explore other options if a trade is pursued.
- ▪The Celtics have been linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade rumors.
- ▪Chris Mannix believes trading Jaylen Brown for Antetokounmpo is unwise due to injury concerns.
- ▪Mannix suggests the Celtics should seek additional assets if a three-team deal is necessary.
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