Stephen Curry-Celtics rumors, explained: Why Boston fans are convinced Brad Stevens is trading for Warriors star

The NBA trade machine has stopped churning after Giannis Antetokounmpo, LaMelo Ball, Jaylen Brown and more were dealt this offseason — or has it?Celtics fans, largely disappointed with the front office's moves as so many other Eastern Conference teams improved, are holding out hope that Stephen Curry could be on his way to Boston in what would be a league-altering trade.At this time, though, those hopes might just be hopes and nothing more.Here's what you need to know about the rumors connecting Curry to the Celtics.MORE: Could Stephen Curry follow LeBron James' lead and take discount?Stephen Curry Celtics rumorsRumors tying Curry to the Celtics started when Celtics on SI beat reporter John Karalis wrote a story suggesting the Celtics could make a play for Curry if he became available.The