Could the Celtics EXTEND Paul George? | Celtics Beat

Could the Celtics EXTEND Paul George? | Celtics Beat5 Sept57 min

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Adam Kaufman and Evan Valenti are joined by The Ringer’s Brian Barrett on Celtics Beat to break down the latest storylines surrounding Boston and the NBA. The guys discuss Jayson Tatum’s offseason progress before diving into the fallout from the Kawhi Leonard and Clippers scandal, including what Los Angeles’ punishment could mean for the valuable future first-round pick now owned by the Celtics. From there, they revisit the Jaylen Brown trade and explain why the deal looks more understandable with time, especially given Boston’s long-term salary concerns and the limited market for Brown. Brian also makes the case for why Paul George could be a strong fit next to Tatum, how his skill set matches Joe Mazzulla’s system, and whether an extension could eventually make sense. Plus, the crew examines Boston’s evolving roster construction, its emphasis on depth, and why the organization appears willing to bet against Brown’s long-term value.

0:00 Intro

3:22 Jayson Tatum Offseason Update

4:18 Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Fallout & Boston’s Draft Pick

12:31 PrizePicks

14:34 Re-Evaluating the Jaylen Brown Trade

20:26 Why Paul George Could Fit in Boston

30:42 Could the Celtics Extend Paul George?

37:25 Why Boston Moved On From Jaylen Brown

44:11 Celtics Roster Construction & Long-Term Plan

52:31 Final Thoughts & Outro