Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, would be interested in buying the Celtics!
We know that the Boston franchise should soon be up for sale and one of the richest people in the world would have shown willingness to invest
After a failed attempt to acquire the Washington Commanders of the NFL, Jeff Bezos has set his sights on one of the most iconic franchises in the NBA. According to Bill Simmons, the founder of Amazon is interested in buying the Boston Celtics, following the announcement that the Grousbeck family, owners of the team, is considering selling the franchise after their recent championship in June.
On his podcast, Simmons commented, "There's been legitimate buzz in recent days about Jeff Bezos buying the Celtics, and I think it's real. I think he'll be one of the potential buyers." Simmons speculated on the reasons that could lead Bezos to want to acquire the Celtics. "The only thing that makes sense—I mean, he has a ton of money—is that the Celtics are one of the most iconic franchises. For him, it would be like buying a $300 million yacht," Simmons added.
Bezos, who recently attended the Sun Valley Media and Technology Conference in Idaho with his fiancée Lauren Sánchez, is considering an investment in the Boston franchise, which won the NBA championship on June 17, 2024. This news has generated significant interest, especially because the franchise is in the midst of a sale process.
Simmons also revealed that the NBA expects the Celtics to be sold for around $6 billion. This price is part of a broader effort by the league to raise funds for expansion, which could include teams in Seattle, Las Vegas, and possibly Mexico City. The sale of the Celtics at this price would also allow each NBA team owner to receive a significant portion, estimated at around $400 million.
Last June, the Financial Times reported that Bezos was "simply outbid" by Josh Harris, the owner of the Devils and the 76ers, who bought the Commanders for $6.05 billion. Although Bezos had shown interest in acquiring the NFL team, the high price and fierce competition led him to seek new opportunities.
The Celtics Will Soon Be For Sale
The Grousbeck family, who have owned the Celtics for over a decade, announced on July 1 their intention to sell the team "for estate and family planning reasons." The sale is planned in two parts: 51% of the team would be sold soon, while the remaining 49% would be sold in 2028. Wyc Grousbeck, the team's governor, has indicated that he plans to remain in his role until the sale is completed.
Among the interested buyers is the Fenway Sports Group, and current minority owner Steve Pagliuca is in the running to become the majority owner. With the sale process underway and the appeal of the Celtics as one of the most prestigious franchises in basketball history, the team's future is full of possibilities. Jeff Bezos' entry as a buyer could mark the beginning of a new era for the Boston Celtics.
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