Jaylen Brown publicly addressed speculation surrounding his future with the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night, making it clear that he wants to remain with the franchise for years to come.
Speaking during a Twitch stream, Brown dismissed reports suggesting tension between himself and the organization following Boston’s disappointing first-round playoff loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
“I hate that our president of basketball operations even had to respond to this,” Brown said. “Me and Brad have a great relationship. I love Boston. And if it was up to me I could play in Boston for the next 10 years.”
Brown’s comments came shortly after Celtics president Brad Stevens denied claims made by Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady, who recently suggested on his “Cousins” podcast that Brown had deeper frustrations with the franchise.
Despite the playoff disappointment, Brown also explained why he considered this season his favorite of his NBA career.
“You got to see all of these guys, all of my teammates, grow,” Brown said. “I got to see them overcome adversity as a group, up close and personal. Obviously, we’re not satisfied with the result.
“But to fight and maneuver through adversity and grow, and galvanize with a bunch of guys and to have that mindset and approach, this was my favorite season.”
Brown is eligible to sign a two-year, $141.9 million extension with Boston this summer.
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