Jaylen Brown refutes trade demand rumors amid Celtics-76ers move

A spokesperson for Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown told ESPN that reports claiming the player demanded a trade or gave the team a list of demands are "10000% a lie." The Celtics sent Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in the offseason in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, 2031) and two second-round picks (2028, 2030).

Former NBA player and NBC Sports Boston analyst Brian Scalabrine had earlier suggested Brown wanted a trade and had a list of demands, including a possible $140 million extension. Scalabrine later clarified that Brown did not "technically demand" a trade but said the player presented conditions. He admitted he was unsure of the specifics and that the story had been on his mind for months before he mentioned it.

According to Brown's representative, the only request Brown made while in Boston was that he and teammate Jayson Tatum be treated equally. Recent social-media exchanges between the two players have drawn attention, but both have said there is no conflict. Brown emphasized that he and Tatum are focused on their respective teams and have "no beef," while Tatum expressed willingness to discuss any issues.