The cost of championships
Source: news.source.manilatimes
The Boston Celtics have been sold to new franchise owner William Chisholm for a record-breaking $6.1 billion, marking the highest sale price for an American sports team. This surpasses the previous record set by the Washington Commanders at $6.05 billion in 2023. The sale of the Phoenix Suns for $4 billion to Mat Ishbia earlier that year was the previous highest for an NBA franchise.
Key Points
Boston Celtics sold for $6.1 billion to William Chisholm, setting a new record for the sale of an American sports team.
Previous record was held by the Washington Commanders, sold for $6.05 billion in 2023.
The Phoenix Suns were sold for $4 billion in 2023 to Mat Ishbia, which was the highest for an NBA franchise until the Celtics sale.
