Breaking: The Boston Celtics put their best players up for trade In addition to potentially trading Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis, Boston is anticipated to investigate significant moves this summer and may request a Disabled Player Exception after….

In a shocking development just weeks removed from their NBA Finals appearance, the Boston Celtics are reportedly open to trading several of their top players, including Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis, as the front office considers significant offseason changes.

Celtics Eye Major Shake-Up

League sources say that while no deals are imminent, Boston is expected to “actively explore” trade interest in multiple veterans, with the goal of reshaping their roster around Jayson Tatum and long-term flexibility.

Among the players who could be on the move:

• Jaylen Brown, fresh off an All-NBA season and the league’s richest contract

• Jrue Holiday, who remains one of the best perimeter defenders in the league

• Kristaps Porzingis, whose health issues have complicated Boston’s playoff runs

Disabled Player Exception in Play?

The Celtics may also be preparing to file for a Disabled Player Exception (DPE), reportedly in connection with a potential long-term injury to Porzingis. The Latvian big man missed multiple postseason games due to a recurring lower leg issue, and there is concern he may not be ready for the start of the 2025–26 season.

If granted, the DPE could allow Boston to add a replacement player worth up to 50% of Porzingis’s salary — giving the Celtics crucial flexibility in free agency or the trade market.

Motivations Behind the Move

Despite their deep postseason run, the Celtics’ core has shown repetitive shortcomings in high-pressure moments, and President of Basketball Operations Brad Stevens is reportedly focused on building a more balanced, durable, and versatile roster. Contract size and luxury tax implications may also be pushing the team to consider high-impact trades.

“Boston isn’t afraid to be aggressive,” one Eastern Conference executive said. “If there’s a way to improve long-term, they’ll take the risk — even if it means moving big names.”

What’s Next

With the NBA Draft approaching and free agency looming, the Celtics are expected to be one of the most active teams this summer. Whether this is a retool or a dramatic reset remains to be seen — but one thing is clear: Boston is not standing pat.