The Boston Celtics have a new sheriff in town. 

Bill Chisholm, managing partner for Symphony Technology Group, has agreed to purchase the Celtics for $6.1 billion from the previous owners, the Grousbeck family, ESPN.com first reported.

The sale is the largest for an American sports franchise in history, barely eclipsing Washington Commanders’ sale of $6.05 billion to the Josh Harris group in July 2023.

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<figcaption>The Boston Celtics are the most expensive team purchase in American sports history. <span class="credit">Getty Images</span></figcaption>

There were many in the bidding for the team, including Jeff Bezos at one point.

STG is a Silicon Valley-based private equity firm with dozens of tech software under its umbrella.

The Celtics are coming off an NBA title in 2024 and are favored to repeat this year.

The sale is the largest for an American sports franchise in history.{ai:summary}<p>Bill Chisholm, managing partner of Symphony Technology Group, has purchased the Boston Celtics for a record $6.1 billion, marking the highest sale for an American sports franchise. The previous owners, the Grousbeck family, sold the team amid significant interest from various bidders, including Jeff Bezos.</p><p>The Celtics, coming off an NBA title in 2024, are favored to win again this season. This sale surpasses the previous record set by the Washington Commanders' sale for $6.05 billion. #sports</p>

Celtics sold for $6.1 billion in historic deal

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