Boston Celtics Trying To TRADE UP? | Mid-Level Signing Targets

Boston Celtics eye a bold draft move as trade rumors heat up—could Sam Hauser and the No. 27 pick be their ticket to a higher selection? John Karalis of Celtics On SI examines the logic behind Boston’s interest in moving up, potential targets like Detroit's No. 21, and the lingering question: does this maneuver signal a play for Giannis Antetokounmpo, or is it simply about refreshing the roster with NBA-ready talent? The show spotlights valuable mid-level exception options, breaking down names like John Collins, Keon Ellis, and Coby White, while tackling the debate over Neemias Queta’s contract future. Karalis explores the financial pathways for retaining a championship core with Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, how the next wave of young, affordable role players fits in, and why every roster decision could shape Boston’s title window. Don’t miss the sharp analysis on the Celtics’ offseason strategy. 0:00 Trade Rumors & Mock Draft 3:14 Celtics Draft Strategy & Hauser Trade Ideas 9:19 Is Moving Up About Giannis? 15:36 Giannis Trade Scenarios & Timelines 20:22 Mid-Level Targets: Athletic Rankings 30:34 Neemias Queta Contract Debate Get Your Free Locked On NBA Draft Guide! Our exclusive first round guide features team picks from local Locked On hosts and deep-dive prospect analysis from Locked On NBA Draft with No Ceilings. Download your free guide now: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/nbadraft.... Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonceltics.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Locked On Celtics is a daily Boston Celtics podcast by Celtics On SI beat writer John Karalis. It's an inside look at the C's from a former professional basketball player who is at practices & games. #BostonCeltics #Celtics #NBA #JaysonTatum #JaylenBrown