A Houston billionaire is in talks to purchase the NBA's Boston Celtics, according to a report by Sportico.  The Friedkin Group, owned by CEO Dan Friedkin, is putting in bids for the team along with Philadelphia Phillies minority owner Stan Middleman and Symphony Technology Group managing partner William Chisholm.

According to a report from Sportico, Steve Pagliuca is among the four confirmed bidders for ownership of the Boston Celtics.

There are four bidders remaining in the sale of the Boston Celtics, according to a new report by Sportico on Wednesday. The next round of bids for the NBA's winningest franchise are due by the end of the week,