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Bobby Marks’ poorly aggregated ‘analytics guy’ quote set Jaylen Brown off

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has responded aggressively to an analytics-based assessment of his value. The dispute follows a report from ESPN insider Bobby Marks quoting an anonymous source. Brown has criticized the use of advanced analytics and AI in basketball.

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Jaylen Brown publicly reacted to a claim that he is not a starting-caliber player.

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  1. Jaylen Brown Slams Analytics Appraisal Amid Trade Rumors

    Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has responded aggressively to an analytics-based assessment of his value. The dispute follows a report from ESPN insider Bobby Marks quoting an anonymous source. Brown has criticized the use of advanced analytics and AI in basketball.

    What's confirmed:

    • Bobby Marks cited an anonymous NBA analytics source who viewed Jaylen Brown as the seventh-best player on a team.
    • Jaylen Brown has been the subject of recent NBA trade rumors.
    • Brown criticized the use of advanced analytics and AI hoops.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Boston Celtics have heavily rumored to have Jaylen Brown on the trading block.
    • Jaylen Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game during a season where the Celtics played most of the campaign without Jayson Tatum.
    confidence 90%