The Boston Celtics clinched their NBA record 18th championship title by defeating the Dallas Mavericks, led by Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. The victory broke the tie with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most championship wins in NBA history.
In addition to their recent success on the court, the Celtics also made significant strides in securing their future with key player extensions. Jayson Tatum signed a five-year, $313.9 million extension with the team, making it the largest contract in NBA history. This move demonstrated the team’s commitment to keeping one of their top players as a core member of the franchise.
The Celtics also reached agreements with guard Derrick White and guard Jrue Holiday on lucrative contract extensions. With these signings, the team is projected to have a highly paid starting five in the 2025-26 season, comprising of Tatum, White, Holiday, Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis. This lineup will be a force to be reckoned with in years to come.
However, despite these successes on and off the court, the Celtics’ financial commitments to their star players have led to substantial luxury tax payments in recent years. The team will continue to face significant financial obligations, especially when Tatum’s mega-deal goes into effect in 2025-26. These financial obligations may make it challenging for the team to maintain its level of success in future seasons.
Simultaneously, there was news that ownership group of Boston Celtics announced their intention to sell
