BOSTON — Despite a disappointing first-round playoff exit and mounting questions about roster construction under the NBA's new collective bargaining agreement, the Boston Celtics are not actively shopping star forward Jaylen Brown or guard Derrick White this offseason, according to ESPN NBA insider Brian Windhorst.

Brown, coming off a season in which he expressed that it was his favorite year with the franchise despite the early postseason departure, has faced scrutiny and speculation about his future in Boston. However, Windhorst pushed back on trade rumors during a recent appearance on CLNS Media's Boston Sports Network.

"I'm going to tell you I have not actually heard any material, true discussions. I'm certain maybe someone has called on Jaylen Brown maybe, but I have not heard one iota of Jaylen Brown truly being available or Derrick White being available," Windhorst said.

The comments come as the Celtics navigate significant financial commitments. With Jayson Tatum recovering from an Achilles injury that sidelined him for much of the season, Boston had already shed big salaries last summer in anticipation of a step back. Heading into this offseason, the team remains committed to paying more than $145 million combined on Brown, Tatum and White.

Brown, 29, signed a five-year, $304 million supermax extension in 2023 that runs through the 2028-29 season. His future with the team has drawn attention, particularly as the Celtics evaluate long-term flexibility under the apron rules that impose........

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