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[Nick Cattles @NickCRadio]

The Athletic's piece really paints the picture as to how the C's got to where they got to with Jaylen Brown:

- Most of the NBA sees him as overrated & overpaid
- Some in Boston's front office agree he's overrated (not Stevens)
- Meanwhile, JB thinks he's one of the best in the NBA
- C's were concerned about JB's play style/role after last year
- Game 7 vs Philly strengthened those concerns
- C's made the move now, b/c it could have gotten worse

Read the story. It's more than worth it. Much more detail!

[Arya Chawla @achawlz]

Paul George’s game amplifies Tatum and Pritchard’s impact better than Jaylen Brown’s game.

He’s no longer the better player in a vacuum, and his durability is more questionable, but I do think PG has a good chance to be more impactful than JB in Boston’s best lineups.

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

People are killing Brad Stevens for this deal, but the reality is he thinks Payton Pritchard is a star with more reps and opportunity

[Jordan Moore @iJordanMoore]

People keep evaluating the trade like the Celtics gave up Jaylen Brown for pennies. They didn’t.

They moved a player due $57M, $61M, and $65M over the next 3 years who was reportedly seeking ANOTHER supermax.

In return:
• 2 firsts
• 2 seconds
• Paul George at a lower overall cost with trade flexibility

The contract matters. That’s why the return looks the way it does. Everyone around the league knew it too. And Boston will be better because of it.

[Jordan Moore @iJordanMoore]

Now that the dust has settled, it’s easier to understand why Boston moved on from Jaylen Brown.

• 36-6 without him over the last three seasons (90-36 all-time)
• Jayson Tatum’s impact metrics jump with Brown off the floor
• Payton Pritchard’s numbers improve significantly without Brown
• Brown finished his Celtics career with a negative on court/off differential
• No NBA player suppresses his teammates’ scoring more while on the floor than Brown, according to the data

Could they have gotten a better return? Absolutely. But when you factor in the looming supermax, the analytics, and the opportunity to add Paul George, it’s not hard to see why they made the move.

Whether it’ll work is another conversation. But the logic behind it is pretty clear.

[Lev Akabas @LevAkabas]

Regardless of where you fall on the Jaylen Brown debate, it is pretty remarkable that the Boston Celtics were better with him off the court than on the court over his entire 10-year tenure with the team

[Pensare Basketball @PensareBBall]

Jaylen Brown was not traded. Jaylen Brown was salary-dumped. The Celtics canvassed the league asking for anyone who might be interested. They were rebuffed. Repeatedly.

They could not manage to get a Tre Murphy swap with fillers. They couldn't manage to get a Jrue Holiday + picks package.

In the end, the Sixers offer was underwhelming, but it was the best one they had.

And the Celtics learned what many front offices have known for a while. Top 25-30 players who get paid top 10 money become bottom 100 assets, even in their prime.

The Celtics paid Jaylen Brown for the same reason the Clippers paid Paul George. They wanted to max out the contention window for their star by re-signing their supporting caste.

It's a trap many teams fall into when trying to max contention windows. Klay got the bag post ACL injury because the Warriors wanted to help Steph. Myles got paid so the Bucks could help Giannis.

Hell, right now the Raptors are about to pay Kawhi Leonard 170+ million over 3 years to help open up Scottie Barnes' window.

But the reality is grim. 29ppg isn't enough anymore. Not without the impact, efficiency, defense and making your teammates better.

Brown wasn't a great defender this year. He's an aggressive but less than superstar level scorer... And at nearly 60 million a year, with the analytical impact and player profile of an borderline All Star, the Celtics bet that Paul George + picks was worth getting off of one additional year of Jaylen Brown.

It's not a popular decision. But it's reality. Front offices don't value him. Just like they didn't value Ja, BI and Trae Young.

Learn the lesson. If you max out these types of players, you're going to be holding them well past expiration.

Via The Hoop Collective Podcast

[Tony G 🇮🇹 @TGTatum4_3]

I’m feeling really good about this staring five

[Shams Charania @ShamsCharania]

Free agent center Mitchell Robinson has agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million deal to sign with the Boston Celtics, with a player option in third season, sources tell ESPN. Robinson departs the Knicks after serving a key role on the historic championship team.

[Robbie Hodin @robbie_hodin]

College coaches: Looking for workhorses?

These are 6 of the hardest-playing guys I saw at the second @NEPSAC Showcase weekend⬇️

@TyGrudzien_3 @seven_pridgen @SpencerBooth24 @_olihiggins @GeorgeDemeter5 @BrysonMercedes

✍️https://t.co/4hM93ZSW93

[Adam Finkelstein @AdamFinkelstein]

Everything you need to know about the NCAA’s new age-based eligibility rules.

What it means for:

Current high school prospects (not good);

International prospects (not good);

Current college players ($).

Roster construction in the 27/28 cycle ⬇️

📺 https://t.co/OlSJJzXJzV

[SleeperCeltics @SleeperCeltics]

The two newest members of the Boston Celtics: Chris Cenac Jr. and Dillon Mitchell ���️

[Tommy Reamon Jr. @tommyreamon]

If you believe a private school “steals” players from public schools, you’re looking at the issue the wrong way.

Families make decisions they believe are best for their children. Coaches don’t own athletes. Schools don’t own athletes.

Instead of blaming other programs, focus on building a program that players want to be a part of.

That’s how you win.

[z2_dawson @ZackDawson305]

Blessed to receive an Offer From Hofstra..💙💛

[CityRocksBasketball @TheCityRocks]

Jalen Taggart has received an offer from Tennessee Tech #CRFam 🟠 @JalenTaggart

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

Dusty May went from Student Manager to National Championship Head Coach at the College level

@CBBheadquarters breaks down his “No Brainer” decision to coach The Mavs

https://t.co/wFRno0udxt

[Boston Celtics @celtics]

Happy birthday Joe 🎂🎉☘️

[NBARetweet @RTNBA]

Robert Parish on Jaylen Brown potentially being traded:

“First of all, you don’t get rid of a talent like Jaylen Brown unless he asked to be moved, not to mention the backcourt with he and [Jayson] Tatum is a proven formula. So why would you wanna make that move? I find it disturbing, and it’s uncomfortable, and not to mention I don’t understand — never have, never will — why ownership and management want respect and loyalty from players, but they only give you loyalty and respect when it’s in their best interest.”

via @hoopshype

[New England Basketball Journal @nehoopjournal]

Putnam Science Academy is closing down as a school. So what's next for its powerhouse boys basketball program?

The program's next move was announced on Monday.

Details from @ethman43: https://t.co/SIJYNTgPsF

[Hoop Herald @TheHoopHerald]

Rick Barnes does rebounding drills almost every practice

What you water will grow

Toughness, details, and emphasis

(Via @franfraschilla 🎥)