The NBA Board of Governors has approved the sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by Bill Chisholm, a renowned private equity magnate. The operation, which was finalized this Wednesday, values the iconic franchise at an unprecedented figure: more than $6.1 billion.<\/p>\n
This transaction sets a new record for a professional sports team in the United States, surpassing any previous deal. The sale, which is expected to close in the coming days, will grant Chisholm control of 51% of the team immediately.<\/p>\n
In addition, the agreement includes an option for Chisholm to acquire the entire franchise in 2028, which would raise the total value to $7.3 billion.<\/p>\n
This milestone surpasses the previous record of $6.05 billion, paid by the NFL’s Washington Commanders in 2023. It also leaves behind the $4 billion that Mat Ishbia paid for the Phoenix Suns, the previous highest amount in the NBA.<\/p>\n
Bill Chisholm, a native of Massachusetts and a graduate of Dartmouth College and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, is a managing partner at Symphony Technology Group, based in California. Also in the new ownership group are Rob Hale, current shareholder of the Celtics, and Bruce Beal Jr.<\/p>\n
Wyc Grousbeck, the previous owner, led the acquisition of the team in 2002 for 360 million dollars. During his management, the Celtics achieved championships in 2008 and 2024.<\/p>\n
With 18 NBA titles, the Celtics remain the most successful team in league history.<\/p>\n
Chisholm managed to beat at least two rival bids, including that of former Celtics minority partner Steve Pagliuca.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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