A fresh rumor about the Minnesota Timberwolves’ plans to replace Rudy Gobert has just made a trade to the Boston Celtics in the next few months look even more likely. Celtics fans, you have to be absolutely glued to this. All summer long, upgrading that frontcourt, especially at center, was supposedly the top priority for Boston. They were linked to so many big names, and yeah, they ended up grabbing New York Knicks backup center Mitchell Robinson. The hope is he and Neemias Queta are gonna be a solid one-two punch for Boston in 2026-27. But it seems like they might not be done.
The Teen Phenom Pushing a Three-Time All-Star Out?
Listen, we heard the whispers all offseason: Boston was definitely interested in the three-time All-Star, Rudy Gobert. But then, *poof*, nothing happened. Minnesota apparently said no to a deal that would have sent Gobert to Boston for Jaylen Brown. Wild, right? But even though they didn’t pull the trigger back then, the Timberwolves are totally setting the stage to replace the big man soon. And get this: Heavy’s Sean Deveny is reporting Minnesota is super high on a backup big named Joan Beringer. The kicker? He’s only 19 years old. Yeah, *19!* They’re not about to hand him the starting job right now, but you know that switch is coming. Especially with Gobert’s massive $38 million player option staring everyone down in the final year of his deal in 2027-28. That combination of a young, promising talent and a huge contract option is exactly why outlets are saying teams across the NBA are going to “monitor” the situation if the 13-year veteran suddenly becomes available this season.
What a Gobert-Celtics Deal Could Actually Look Like
You know Boston is one of those teams watching Minnesota like a hawk. Seriously, you can bet on it. Sure, Gobert has seen a bit of age-related slippage over the past few seasons, it happens to everyone. But come on, the guy is still a premier center in this league. His elite-level rebounding, that rim protection, and his ability to finish around the basket? That would be an absolute game-changer for the Celtics’ frontcourt. Imagine that kind of presence.
So, what’s it gonna cost Boston if the Wolves decide to move him during the season? Two potential routes are already being floated. A straight-up deal involving Derrick White and probably a future first-round pick sent to Minnesota for Gobert would apparently work financially. Even though the Timberwolves are already stacked in the backcourt, White would be a fantastic bench acquisition for them. Or, if they wait until after December, another option could be a package deal. We’re talking Robinson, Sam Hauser, a player to be named later, and *two* future first-round picks for the big man. That would also make sense money-wise and give the Wolves a killer return, both short-term and long-term.
It’s all about timing now. The whispers are getting louder, and it feels like the stage is being set for a blockbuster move. Boston needs to be ready to pounce.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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