Bradley Beal Linked to Celtics and Other NBA Teams in Free Agency

Three-time All-Star Bradley Beal declined his $5.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers and entered free agency. NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that the Boston Celtics are among a trio of teams, alongside the Miami Heat and potentially others, evaluating Beal as a target. The Celtics have an open roster spot but would need to manage salary‑cap constraints, possibly trading forward Sam Hauser to accommodate Beal’s contract while staying under the luxury‑tax threshold.

Beal’s connection with Celtics star Jayson Tatum and his desire to play with a contender have been cited as factors keeping Boston in the conversation. Other free‑agent discussions highlighted by Fischer include Russell Westbrook, who is unlikely to return to Sacramento, and forward Jonathan Kuminga, who is considering Cleveland. The Warriors are also scouting veteran frontcourt options such as Kelly Olynyk and Georges Niang.