The Boston Celtics are facing significant changes after their 18th NBA championship win. Jayson Tatum expressed surprise upon learning that owner Wyc Grousbeck plans to sell his stake in the team. During his JT Elite camp in Las Vegas, Tatum told Sports Illustrated’s Chris Mannix that he was “shocked” by Grousbeck’s decision to sell and expressed his hope that the foundation and structure of the team remains unchanged.
The Celtics had a successful season and won the NBA title by defeating the Dallas Mavericks 4-1 in the NBA Finals after dominating the postseason. It seems like most of the roster will be returning to defend their title next season. Tatum himself has agreed to a lucrative five-year, $314 million extension, making him the highest-paid player in NBA history. Point guard Derrick White has also re-signed for a four-year, $126 million contract. With Tatum, White, Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzingis all under contract through the 2026-27 season, the Celtics are in a strong position moving forward.
Tatum hopes that whoever becomes the new owner of the Celtics will not make any changes to the team’s structure and foundation. He emphasized that what they have built is special and he hopes it remains that way. The Celtics are poised for continued success regardless of who takes over as owner.