Jaylen Brown's bizarre tweet raises eyebrows as Celtics trade rumors swirl
Key Points:
- Celtics star Jaylen Brown posted a cryptic message on social media saying, "I love cats," sparking speculation amid recent trade rumors involving him.
- Brown was a key figure in trade discussions linked to former Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, with the Celtics reportedly offering Brown and multiple first-round picks to acquire Giannis.
- Despite trade rumors, Celtics president Brad Stevens affirmed Brown is a significant part of the team but remained non-committal about long-term plans.
- Brown, 29, has three years left on his contract worth $64 million in the final year and recently described this season as his favorite due to the team's resilience.
- Serving as the Celtics' lead option during Jayson Tatum's Achilles recovery, Brown averaged 28.7 points, seven rebounds, and five assists per game, helping Boston secure the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.