By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
The NBA trade market is heating up ahead of the 2026–27 Regular Season, with the Charlotte Hornets evaluating significant offers for 24-year-old combo guard LaMelo Ball and the Boston Celtics engaged in active talks involving five-time All-Star Jaylen Brown.
According to reports from ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania on Wednesday evening, front offices across the league are bracing for potential blockbuster moves as both franchises consider major roster shifts.
The Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Toronto Raptors have reportedly emerged as the primary suitors for Charlotte’s dynamic point guard. While the Raptors are renewing their long-term interest in bringing the elite playmaker to Canada and the Bucks are looking to rebuild after trading away Greek superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Wolves are exploring complex multi-team deal structures to successfully absorb Ball’s contract. A trade before the season begins remains a distinct possibility if a rival team meets the Hornets‘ lofty asking price.
Reporting live for the NBA Draft Show — the Charlotte Hornets are engaged in LaMelo Ball trade talks as multiple teams strongly pursue the star guard: pic.twitter.com/orCcvbU6x7
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 25, 2026
Simultaneously, the C’s are signaling a firm intent to explore the market for Brown, despite the steep financial complexities of his super-max contract. Following recent internal turmoil, team management is motivated by a strategic desire to reconfigure their championship core. They are actively hunting for an elite, franchise-altering big to lead their frontcourt, and are entirely willing to part with their 29-year-old winger to secure that final piece.
Reporting for ESPN NBA Draft show on the Boston Celtics actively engaged in trade talks surrounding Jaylen Brown: pic.twitter.com/pQtHp1zJNm
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 25, 2026
This aggressive pursuit of a premier center or forward has quickly positioned the Houston Rockets, who could be willing to deal Turkiye’s Alperen Sengun, alongside the Cleveland Cavaliers and Atlanta Hawks, as the most likely landing spots for the former champion.
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