Astonishing news around the Boston Celtics has surfaced since the Grousbeck family announced its intentions to sell the team. The timing, coming after a record 18th title brought the onset of major curiosity. Initially, family planning was proposed as the reason. Later, reports suggested a possible feud between son and father due to the Shamrocks’ inflating payroll and future tax payments. So far though, the family had stayed quiet. Until now, Wyc Grousbeck unveiled several details about the process.

It’s been three months since the sale has been announced. In that span, several big names have allegedly set their eyes on the sale. But as far as the process goes, it’s only “about to hit full speed”. So far, the advisors have been busy charting out the financials and preparing offer booklets. Notably, the sale of the renowned franchise is bound to be the most lucrative deal in NBA history reportedly fetching a fee of $6 billion.

Yet, the process isn’t easy. As a fan who propelled the Celtics to their long-awaited destination, Grousbeck wants to ensure their successor is someone who equally cherishes the franchise. The family takes it as a “responsibility” to find the rightful buyer for the team. In his interview with Adam Himmelsbach, Grousbeck also addressed the reported disputes he had with his father, Irving Grousbeck.

The basis of it was linked to the Celtics’ ‘no barricades’ effort to keep their enlightening core together. The effects of it won’t be felt this season in a time when the Grousbeck family remains in full control. However, from next season, the new owners will have to shoulder the responsibility of paying over $500 million to keep the group intact, more than half of which stems from luxury tax payments.

Wyc Grousbeck didn’t admit or deny any rifts. Rather, he decided to withhold the details while stressing that their family remains “unified” and the decision to sell came from a collective discussion he told the Boston Globe.

Is Jeff Bezos the new owner of the Celtics?

Given the exorbitant payments needed to keep the Shamrocks’ fascinating core together, the least of the requirements of a new owner is a loaded wallet. Likewise, the name of Jeff Bezos, the Amazon multi-billionaire arose. The 60-year-old entrepreneur with a net worth of $194 billion has deep pockets to pay the large sums needed by the franchise.

Furthermore, he has wished to own a sports franchise for the longest time. He tried to grab hold of the Washington Commanders when they were on the market. Hence, the connection was right in front of everyone’s eyes. However, at the same time, several contradictory reports have emerged about his non-interest in purchasing the Celtics.

The latest update still has him among the group of three finalists. Alongside him are Bezos, Fenway Group Sports, and Wynn Resorts. However, the horizon isn’t just limited to these three. JP Morgan and BDT & MSD banks, who facilitate the trade will also pitch the franchise to buyers who qualify to buy the franchise according to the Boston Globe.

Thus far in three months, the necessary calculations and requirements have been put together. The bidding process will begin in the coming month according to Wyc Grousbeck. Every prospective buyer has some or the other leverage. FSG has a history of managing sports teams. Bezos can provide the team with a new arena, eliminating the tremendous finances dedicated toward the TD Garden. Encore Boston Harbor, a part of Wynn’s businesses is the first property to acquire a sportsbook license in Massachusetts, hinting at support from the city.

Even though the process comes close, there seems to be no favorite to take over the Celtics yet. Who do you want to be at the helm of the legacy franchise? Let us know your preferences in the comments below.