Jaylen Brown reportedly valued at ’40 cents on the dollar’ as teams look to lowball Boston Celtics
Jaylen Brown, the Boston Celtics’ former Finals MVP, is being valued at roughly 40 cents on the dollar in trade discussions, according to an anonymous NBA executive. Despite posting a 28.7‑point average and helping Boston secure the second seed in the Eastern Conference, the team has struggled to attract serious suitors. Brown’s frustration with the franchise’s offseason handling has fueled speculation about a potential departure.
- ▪An unnamed NBA executive told Shams Charania that the Celtics’ trade return for Brown has dropped to about 40 cents on the dollar.
- ▪Brown averaged 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.1 assists last season, leading Boston to a 56‑26 record.
- ▪The Celtics failed to secure a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, leaving Brown disgruntled with the organization’s approach.
- ▪Reports from the Boston Globe indicate Brown is growing frustrated with the team’s handling of his future.
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