Following a disappointing exit from the 2026 postseason, management decided a drastic roster shakeup was necessary. We have officially traded Jaylen Brown in a major pivot toward a deep, adaptable lineup surrounding Jayson Tatum, while simultaneously hoarding valuable future draft equity.
THE BLOCKBUSTER THREE TEAM DEAL:
Celtics Acquire: Jordan Poole, Trey Murphy III, Saddiq Bey, a 2032 1st round pick (NOP), a 2031 1st round swap (NOP), a 2030 2nd round pick (NOP), and a 2029 2nd round pick (via CHI).
Pelicans Acquire: Jaylen Brown and a 2027 1st round pick (Top-10 Protected via BOS).
Bulls Acquire: Luka Garza and Amari Williams.
Trade Rationale: This move converts Jaylen Brown into a premier, youthful 3 and D wing (Murphy), a dynamic and unpredictable perimeter scorer (Poole), and an established, physical forward (Bey), all while generating a major war chest of draft picks.
RETENTION & EXTENSIONS:
We secured two essential developmental pieces to push for further playoffs run
Neemias Queta: Brought back to take on heavily increased responsibilities in our revamped frontline.
jordan Walsh: Signed to a standard extension as a long term investment in his perimeter defense.
2026 NBA DRAFT SELECTIONS
Pick #27: Henri Veesaar (UNC) – A versatile, modern center possessing excellent physical tools.
Pick #40: Luigi Suigo(Italy) – A relentless, towering size, soft shooting touch, and strong interior presence added to reinforce our frontcourt toughness.
FINALIZED 2026-27 DEPTH CHART
Point Guard: Derrick White / Jordan Poole
Shooting Guard: Payton Pritchard / Baylor Schierman / Max Shulga
Small Forward: Trey Murphy III / Saddiq Bey / Ron Harper Jr. / Hugo González
Power Forward: Jayson Tatum / Jordan Walsh / Sam Hauser
Center: Neemias Queta / Henri Veesaar / Luci Suigo