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Celtics Notes: Brown, Trail Blazers Trade, Team Options, Thomas

The Boston Celtics have traded Jaylen Brown in a deal described as abrupt and underwhelming. Prior to the move, Brown publicly clashed with analytics enthusiasts and insider Bobby Marks over his value as a starting player. Brown recently claimed via Instagram that he is the best player on the Celtics.

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Jaylen Brown has been traded following a period of public disputes regarding his analytics and trade value.

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  1. Jaylen Brown Traded by Celtics After Analytics Dispute

    The Boston Celtics have traded Jaylen Brown in a deal described as abrupt and underwhelming. Prior to the move, Brown publicly clashed with analytics enthusiasts and insider Bobby Marks over his value as a starting player. Brown recently claimed via Instagram that he is the best player on the Celtics.

    What's confirmed:

    • Jaylen Brown was traded by the Boston Celtics.
    • Brown responded to Bobby Marks and analytics staff regarding assessments of his value and status as a starting-caliber player.
    • Brown posted an Instagram video calling himself the best player on the Celtics.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Celtics proposed a trade sending Brown to the Trail Blazers for Jrue Holiday, Jerami Grant, and two future first-round picks.
    • The Celtics were willing to trade a package centered around Brown to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo.
    • The Trail Blazers were pursuing Brown following a Ja Morant trade.
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