Celtics seek at least four first-round picks for Jaylen Brown

The Boston Celtics have asked at least four first-round picks for Jaylen Brown in recent trade discussions, according to ESPN insider Shams Charania. Charania said on the ESPN program "Get Up" that multiple teams have contacted the Celtics about acquiring Brown.

He stated the Celtics have set a minimum asking price of four first-round picks in some of those conversations. Brown still has three years remaining on his contract. The team therefore controls whether any deal occurs.

Background on the reported talks The Celtics previously attempted to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo and included Brown in the proposed package. After that effort ended without a deal, other teams concluded Brown could be available. Charania reported that most interested teams are in the Western Conference.

He identified the Portland Trail Blazers as one club positioned to pursue Brown aggressively. Brown was an MVP candidate during the most recent season. The Celtics are not required to trade him.