Report: Celtics continue to focus attention on trade for Aaron Gordon
Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon reportedly requested a trade from the franchise in February. He'll likely get his wish, too, with the NBA trade deadline on Thursday.
Gordon reportedly is high on joining the Celtics, and according to Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated, Boston is continuing to focus attention on the 25-year-old "with the likelihood of a deal for Harrison Barnes fading."
The Magic reportedly want two first-round picks or a first-rounder and a good young player in exchange for Gordon, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick and Jared Weiss. It's unclear what the Celtics are offering.
Gordon is slated to earn $16.4 million next season before hitting free agency after the 2021-22 campaign, so he isn't considered a rental.
In 24 games this season, he's averaging 14.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game while shooting 44.2% from the field and 39.3% from deep.
The Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets have also shown interest in the Arizona product.
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