Celtics interested in bringing back Gordon Hayward over the long term

Hayward has $34.1 million player option for 2020-21 that he has until June 29th to pick up

The Boston Celtics intend to keep Gordon Hayward long-term.
The forward has a $34.1 million player option to exercise before June 29.

Per Boston Sports Journal, Hayward will be eligible to earn up to $40.25 million per year on a max contract as a 10-year veteran in his next deal if he declines his player option this summer.
A league source confirmed to BostonSportsJournal.com the Celtics remain very interested in bringing back Hayward over the long-term whether or not he elects to pick up that option this summer.