In a move that’s sending shockwaves through the sports world, the Boston Celtics, one of the NBA’s most legendary franchises, are set to change hands in a record-shattering $6.1 billion deal.
Leading the charge? William Chisholm, a Massachusetts native turned private equity titan, whose lifelong love for the Celtics could soon make him the team’s new kingpin. Buckle up, hoops fans—this is the blockbuster story you didn’t see coming!
William Chisholm’s Jaw-Dropping $6.1 Billion Bid to Snag the Boston Celtics
According to multiple reports, including a scoop from The Boston Globe’s Adam Himmelsbach and ESPN’s Shams Charania, Chisholm—managing director and co-founder of Symphony Technology Group—has struck a deal with the Grousbeck family, the Celtics’ owners since 2002.
The price tag? A cool $6.1 billion, making it the largest sale of a North American sports franchise ever, eclipsing the $6.05 billion sale of the NFL’s Washington Commanders in 2023. Pending NBA Board of Governors approval, Chisholm’s investor group could take majority control as early as this summer.
But this isn’t just a business deal—it’s personal. Chisholm, who grew up on the North Shore and cheered for the Celtics his entire life, is living every fan’s wildest dream. “I understand how important the Celtics are to the city of Boston,” Chisholm said in a statement reported by The AI Journal. “The role the team plays in the community is different than any other city in the country.”
Sources close to the deal say Chisholm’s fandom runs deep—he’s got “encyclopedic knowledge” of the team and even plans to buy a Boston home to stay close to the action.
The sale marks the end of an era for the Grousbeck family, who bought the Celtics for a mere $360 million over two decades ago. Under Wyc Grousbeck’s leadership, the team clinched two NBA titles, including last summer’s thrilling victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
Grousbeck isn’t stepping away just yet—he’ll stay on as CEO and Governor through the 2027-2028 season to ease the transition. But the spotlight’s firmly on Chisholm, whose group also includes heavy hitters like Sixth Street and local execs Robert Hale and Bruce Beal Jr., per industry insiders cited by The Boston Globe.
Social media’s buzzing with reactions. “Celtics sold to William Chisholm for $6.1 billion—the most ever paid for a sports team!” posted @soshnick on X, while @NESportsFellow chimed in: “Chisholm grew up in Massachusetts and has always been a Celtics fan. This is huge!” Fans are hyped, but questions linger: Can Chisholm keep the championship culture alive with a roster facing a skyrocketing $50 million tax bill next season?
From his roots in Georgetown, Mass., to the helm of a California-based tech empire, Chisholm’s journey is straight out of a Hollywood script. Now, he’s betting big on the parquet floor. Will this die-hard fan turned billionaire owner lead the Celtics to even greater glory? Stay tuned—this $6.1 billion saga is just heating up!
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