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Celtics Blasted for 'Disrespectful' Jaylen Brown Treatment as Trade Talks Stall

Celtics Blasted for 'Disrespectful' Jaylen Brown Treatment as Trade Talks Stall

Summary

The Boston Celtics tried to trade Jaylen Brown and two first-round draft picks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, but the Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis to Miami instead. Now the Celtics want at least four first-round picks for Brown, who is still playing very well, but no deal has been made yet.

Key Facts

  • The Celtics offered Jaylen Brown and two unprotected first-round picks to get Giannis Antetokounmpo.
  • The Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat instead of Boston.
  • The Celtics are now trying to trade Jaylen Brown and asking for at least four first-round picks in return.
  • Jaylen Brown is 29 years old and recently had his best season, averaging 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game.
  • Brown earned second-team All-NBA honors and helped the Celtics win the NBA title two years ago.
  • Several teams, including the Nuggets, Clippers, Blazers, and Hornets, are interested, but no trade has happened.
  • Brown has not asked for a trade, missed games, or refused to sign a new contract.
  • Critics say the Celtics are handling the situation poorly by trying to trade a loyal and high-performing player at a high price.
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