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Brad Stevens noncommittal on Jaylen Brown's Celtics future
Boston.com • • general
Key Points:
- Celtics president Brad Stevens remained non-committal on Jaylen Brown's future with the team, acknowledging Brown's value but refusing to predict whether he will return for the upcoming season amid trade rumors.
- Boston's reported trade offer involving Brown and first-round picks for Giannis Antetokounmpo was publicly leaked, which Stevens expressed displeasure about, emphasizing the team's preference for confidentiality in trade discussions.
- Stevens praised Brown's contributions and character, highlighting their open communication and the uncertainty of Brown's tenure but affirming Brown's importance to the team's long-term plans.
- The Celtics used their No. 27 draft pick on Houston big man Chris Cenac Jr., whom Stevens described as a promising, athletic player with potential to fill the team's need for size and rim protection.
- Stevens identified adding frontcourt size and a speedy perimeter guard as offseason priorities, indicating the team will continue to explore options including their upcoming No. 40 draft pick.
