Category: Boston Celtics

Jaylen Brown Says He Was Willing to Stay in Boston Before Celtics Traded Him to Philadelphia

Brandon King

Credit Getty Images via AFP – Scanpix According to ESPN’s Kris Rhim, Brown was vacationing overseas when he discovered that Boston had attempted to trade him to the Milwaukee Bucks in a blockbuster deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Brown was on a month long vacation that included stops in China, Africa and Europe when news of the Celtics’ trade discussions reached him. After the potential deal fell through, Brown reportedly informed Boston that he was willing to remain with the organization. However, the Celtics told him that they intended to trade…

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Jaylen Brown Calls 🧢 on Jayson Tatum’s 76ers Trade Story

Brandon King

Jaylen Brown has seemingly questioned his former teammate Jayson Tatum’s version of events surrounding his blockbuster trade from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers. In a clip from Tatum’s Summer of Jayson video series, Tatum recalled learning that Boston had traded Brown to Philadelphia, saying he was just as caught off guard as the rest of the world. But Brown’s response? One blue cap emoji. 🧢 The reaction has NBA fans questioning whether Tatum knew more about the trade than he let on. However, Brown has not explained exactly…

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Byron Scott Shuts Down Cooper Flagg Comparisons to Larry Bird: “He Don’t Got Sh*t on Larry”

Brandon King

Image via imagn images Byron Scott isn’t ready to put Cooper Flagg in Larry Bird’s conversation. The former Los Angeles Lakers guard had a blunt response to DeMarcus Cousins’ comments comparing the young Dallas Mavericks star’s skill set to Bird, making it clear that he believes the Boston Celtics legend deserves far more respect. “Cooper Flagg don’t got sh*t on Larry Bird. I’m gonna tell you that straight up,” Scott said. Scott went on to describe Bird as the coldest white player he had ever seen on a basketball court,…

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Joe Mazzulla Cuts Ties With Life Surge After Investigation

Brandon King

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla has cut ties with Life Surge and will no longer participate in the organization’s scheduled October event, according to the Boston Globe.  Mazzulla was scheduled to appear at Life Surge’s Oct. 17 event in Hartford, Connecticut, but told the Globe that he informed the organization he would no longer attend. He also asked Life Surge to remove his image from its website.  The move follows an investigation by Pablo Torre and Kiera Butler that raised allegations of predatory financial practices surrounding Life Surge’s faith-based…

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Jaylen Brown Issues First Statement After Celtics Trade to Philadelphia 76ers

Brandon King

After a decade in Boston, Jaylen Brown has officially broken his silence following the blockbuster trade that sent him to the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown took to social media to thank the Celtics organization and its fans while expressing optimism about the next chapter of his career. The statement, released Thursday afternoon, reads in part: “Boston, thank you for 10 unforgettable years. We built something special together, and I’ll always be grateful for the love, the battles, and bringing Banner 18 home. To my teammates, coaches, staff, and every fan who…

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Boston Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown to 76ers for Paul George, Multiple Draft Picks

Brandon King

The Boston Celtics have agreed to trade All-NBA forward Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for veteran star Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. (SB Nation⁠) The blockbuster deal signals a dramatic shift for both Eastern Conference rivals. For Philadelphia, the acquisition of Brown gives the franchise a younger two-way superstar to pair with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. Brown is coming off another outstanding campaign and immediately becomes a foundational piece for a team looking to maximize its championship…

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ESPN Is Unethical’: Jaylen Brown Doesn’t Hold Back in France

Brandon King

The Boston Celtics may look different heading into next season, but according to Jaylen Brown, reports of the team’s decline have been greatly exaggerated. Speaking at a recent event in France, Brown took aim at ESPN and one of its most recognizable personalities, questioning the network’s coverage of Boston following a summer that saw the franchise lose several key contributors. “ESPN is unethical, and Stephen A. Smith is the head face of that,” Brown said. “The organization, the players, they were all in agreement. They all knew what I meant…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Could Be Completed Before NBA Draft, According to Shams Charania

Brandon King

The NBA could be on the verge of its biggest transaction in years. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, a trade involving Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be completed before the 2026 NBA Draft, ending weeks of speculation surrounding the future of one of the league’s most dominant players. Reports indicate that the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics have emerged as the leading contenders to acquire the two-time NBA MVP, with negotiations reportedly entering their final stages. If a deal materializes, it would mark the end of…

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Celtics Reportedly Revisit Interest in Rudy Gobert

Brandon King

The Boston Celtics may once again be exploring ways to reshape their roster. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Celtics have shown interest in four-time Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert. Fischer noted that Boston previously inquired about Gobert ahead of the February trade deadline and has continued to monitor the situation. The report surfaced in connection with discussions involving Derrick White and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Gobert’s contract would provide a near-perfect salary match in a potential deal involving White, though there is no indication that Minnesota is…

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Report: Jaylen Brown’s Preferred Destinations Are Spurs and Hawks as NBA Draft Nears

Brandon King

The NBA rumor mill is heating up as the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, and one of the biggest names reportedly generating interest is Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown. According to emerging league reports, Brown’s preferred destinations are the San Antonio Spurs and Atlanta Hawks should he become available via trade. While Boston has not publicly indicated a desire to move the former Finals MVP, speculation surrounding the franchise’s future continues to intensify as the offseason draws near. Of the teams reportedly pursuing Brown, the Spurs are believed to be the…

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