Jaylen Brown sets record straight on Celtics future after recent comments cause speculation
Brown made a noncommittal comment about his future, leading to speculation about whether he would stay in Boston or seek opportunities elsewhere
Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics guard, has recently addressed the comments he made about his future with the team. Brown has been in the spotlight after two feature articles were published about him, one in the New York Times and the other in The Ringer.
In The Ringer article, Brown made a noncommittal comment about his future, leading to speculation about whether he would stay in Boston or seek opportunities elsewhere.
Brown is under contract with the Celtics until the 2023-24 season, but will be eligible for an extension this offseason. When asked about his future after the Celtics' win over the Sacramento Kings, Brown said that he feels great and is focused on helping lead his team to another playoff run. He also mentioned that he is considering clarifying some of the comments that have been made about him recently.
Despite the speculation, Brown has been performing exceptionally well on the court, averaging 27.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 4.2 assists this month on 50.9 percent shooting. His recent performances have been instrumental in keeping the Celtics afloat, especially with Jayson Tatum's recent offensive struggles.
Brown emphasized that the most important thing is for the Celtics to play better and win more games. He stated that he likes it when people hear things directly from him, so they can see his reaction, tone, and body language. Brown's comments suggest that he is fully committed to the team's goal of getting back to the NBA Finals and handling Boston's unfinished business.