The NBA champion Boston Celtics are currently up for sale, sparking rumors of billionaire and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos potentially purchasing the team.
The speculation began when Bill Simmons mentioned on “The Bill Simmons Podcast” that there is significant buzz surrounding Bezos’ interest in acquiring the Celtics following the announcement of the majority interest being put up for sale. Simmons expressed his belief that Bezos will be among the potential buyers.
Simmons further elaborated on Bezos’ possible interest in buying the Celtics, stating, “I think he’s gonna be one of the suitors.” He emphasized the prestige associated with owning such a renowned franchise and compared it to acquiring a luxurious yacht, highlighting the allure for Bezos.
From last night’s pod – why I think Jeff Bezos is a legitimate suitor to buy the Celtics (and what the NBA wants the price to be). pic.twitter.com/O6nrVcYf9I
Simmons also mentioned that the NBA is aiming for the Boston franchise to sell for $6 billion, a figure that Bezos could easily afford given his staggering net worth of $196.7 billion.
With fans speculating about Bezos’ potential interest in the Celtics, social media has been abuzz with discussions on how the team might evolve under his ownership.
Celtics should — and undoubtedly would — welcome a Jeff Bezos bid. Deep pockets (for luxury tax paying purposes), new arena (Bezos isn’t paying rent for long). The NBA would love to have Bezos as part of its ownership group, too.
If Jeff Bezos buys the Celtics. It’s a wrap for the league.. that’s the kinda money that can fund this team.
The situation of the Celtics going for sale that I would absolutely love
– Bezos becomes the majority owner.
– Bezos makes a deal with Pags and the rest of the current ownership group to let them stay on and help run the teamInfinite money for Brad and local ownership 💰☘️
Me watching Celtics have 300M+ in luxury tax to form the greatest team of all time and Bezos not caring pic.twitter.com/Urr1hCQBHV
My only request if Bezos buys the Celtics is that when he inevitably builds a new arena, call it the Amazon Rainforest. It’s the perfect name for when all the Celtic green has 3’s raining down nonstop