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NBA Star Jaylen Brown Accuses ESPN Of Being 'Unethical'

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown appears to be developing a rivalry with ESPN's Stephen A. Smith. After the Celtics blew a 3-1 series lead to the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the playoffs, Brown referred to the 2025-26 season as his "favorite year" in Boston.

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Jaylen Brown Announces Major Off-Court News as Celtics Face New Reality After Giannis Trade

The Boston Celtics may have missed out on landing Giannis Antetokounmpo, but Jaylen Brown is making it clear that his focus extends far beyond NBA trade rumors.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Wire / June 24

Brad Stevens says Celtics value Jaylen Brown, but won’t predict his future

Brad Stevens had plenty of positive things to say about Jaylen Brown. What he didn’t do was guarantee Brown will remain with the Celtics. Speaking after Brown’s name surfaced in trade speculation involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, Stevens revealed that he held multiple conversations with the All-Star forward before the rumors became public.

Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / June 24

Celtics linked to Evan Mobley in trade speculation, but Cavs not looking to move him

The internet has spent much of Wednesday connecting Celtics star Jaylen Brown to Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley. At this point, though, that’s all it is — speculation.

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The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz

The NBA implemented a lottery system beginning with the 1985 draft. Since then, 41 players have gone No. 1 overall. How many of the top overall picks from the NBA's lottery era can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Stevens Held Meetings With Brown; All-Star’s Future Remains Uncertain

Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens held multiple meetings with Jaylen Brown before Brown’s name surfaced in trade talks with the Bucks involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to Jay King of The Athletic.

Boston Celtics News / Field Level Media / June 24

Celtics' Brad Stevens: Jaylen Brown 'a big part of us'

Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said All-Star Jaylen Brown remains "a big part of us" following a failed attempt to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

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The '2nd scorer by NBA champion' quiz

How many "second fiddles" from every NBA champion in the post-merger era can you name in six minutes?

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Celtics would like to trade Jaylen Brown for Evan Mobley

The Boston Celtics are back in a loud NBA trade rumor cycle after insider Chris Mannix linked Jaylen Brown’s uncertain future to a possible Evan Mobley pursuit.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24

Why the Celtics have to keep Jaylen Brown at this point

When the Milwaukee Bucks decided to take the Miami's Heat offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo, they left the Boston Celtics stuck standing pat, or at least for the time being.

NBA Rumors: Celtics, Jaylen Brown, Pistons, Norman Powell, Hawks

This is why the Celtics couldn't get Giannis Antetokounmpo

Bill Simmons shares bombshell Jaylen Brown, Celtics prediction

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Boston Celtics News / Bleacher Report / June 24

Watch: Boogie opens up on how Celtics handled Jaylen Brown situation

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 24

Brad Stevens delivers cryptic statement on Jaylen Brown’s Celtics future

The Boston Celtics took a risk in joining the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes, as the rumor mill leaked that Jaylen Brown was the man the Celtics put on the table in trade talks with the Milwaukee Bucks for the two-time MVP.

Boston Celtics News / CelticsBlog / June 23

Celtics draft elite rebounder with 27th overall pick

The Celtics have selected Houston forward Chris Cenac Jr. with the 27th pick in the draft. Cenac is a 6’11 forward who averaged 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds per game in his freshman season at Houston.

Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / June 24

Celtics draft Chris Cenac Jr. in first round of 2026 NBA Draft

The Boston Celtics had to wait until pick #27 to make their selection tonight and have nabbed a 6'11, 240 pound big man Chris Cenac Jr. who played one season at the University of Houston where he averaged 9.5 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.

Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / June 23

Celtics pick Chris Cenac at No. 27

The Celtics have used their first-round pick on big man Chris Cenac, making him the 27th overall pick in the 2026 draft. Cenac had an impressive 2025/26 season for Houston, starting 36 of 37 games and averaging 9.5 points and 7.9 rebounds in 24.8 minutes per contest.

Boston Celtics News / 5 GOATs / June 24

Chris Cenac drafted by Boston Celtics: Analysis, contract details, more

The Boston Celtics have selected Houston foward/center Chris Cenac with the No. 27 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. He is now a pro basketball player after a solid 2025-26 season with the Cougars.

Boston Celtics News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Celtics Listening to Trade Offers for $285 Million Forward Ahead of NBA Draft: Report

The NBA offseason is officially underway and teams around the league are preparing for the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday night. One of those teams is the Boston Celtics as the team looks to upgrade their roster this summer to compete for a top seed in the Eastern Conference and chase another championship next season.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / June 23